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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 246 (DISC BRAKE SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBRAKE CALIPER OVERHAULASSEMBLY PROCEDURE

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T

Assembly Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Assembly Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Sunfire and 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Lubricate the new piston seal with Delco Supreme 11® GM P/N 12377967 (Canadian P/N 992667) or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid from a clean, sealed brake fluid container.
Install the lubricated, new piston seal into the caliper bore.
Install the caliper piston into the caliper bore.
Install the new piston dust boot seal over the piston.
Using the J 29077-A , fully seat the dust boot seal into the counterbore.

Fig 1: Installing Dust Boot Seal Into The Counterbore
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Install the bleeder valve and cap to the caliper and tighten the valve securely.
Install the front brake caliper to the vehicle. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement .

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.