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2013 Buick Regal Turbo Premium, Standard Trans

Installation Procedure

2013 Buick Regal Turbo Premium, Standard TransSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Inspect the brake caliper pins and brake pad springs for damage or excessive corrosion and replace, if necessary.
    2. Fig 1: Brake Pads
    GM2713392Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Install the brake pads (1).
    3. Fig 2: Upper Brake Caliper Pin
    GM2713390Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Carefully drive the upper brake caliper pin (1) into the brake caliper.
  4. Ensure the brake caliper pin is fully seated in the brake caliper.
    5. Fig 3: Brake Pad Spring
    GM2713389Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Install the brake pad spring (1).
    6. Fig 4: Lower Brake Caliper Pin
    GM2713387Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Hold the end of the brake pad spring down and carefully drive the lower brake caliper pin (1) into the brake caliper.
  7. Ensure the brake caliper pin is fully seated in the brake caliper.
  8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  9. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
  10. Slowly release the brake pedal.
  11. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 9 and 10 until a firm brake pedal apply is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
  12. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir to the proper level. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling .
  13. Burnish the brake pads and rotors. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing .
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