Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: View Of Brake Caliper Bracket & Mounting Bolts
    GM756937Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the brake caliper bracket (1) to the knuckle.
  2. IMPORTANT: If reusing the caliper bracket bolts the threads of the caliper bracket bolts and the threads of the knuckle mounting holes must be free of residue and debris prior to application of threadlocker in order to ensure proper adhesion and fastener retention.
  3. Prepare the bolts and the threaded holes for assembly:
    1. Thoroughly clean the residue from the bolt threads by using denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
    2. Thoroughly clean the residue from the threaded holes by using denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
    3. Apply threadlocker GM P/N 12345493 (Canada P/N 10953488), or equivalent to 2/3 of the threaded length of the lower caliper bracket bolts. Ensure that there are no gaps in the threadlocker along the length of the filled area of the bolts.
    4. Allow the threadlocker to cure approximately 10 minutes before installation.
  4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  5. Install the 2 brake caliper bracket bolts (2).

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the front brake caliper bracket bolts to 130 N.m (96 lb ft).

  6. Fig 2: View Of Caliper Guide Pin Retaining Seat, Pin Boots & Boot Seal Retaining Seat
    GM1201185Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.