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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009TAHOE BASE, 4.8 CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 140 (DISC BRAKE SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFRONT BRAKE CALIPER BRACKET REPLACEMENT (2500 SERIES)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 C

Installation Procedure

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Brake Caliper Bracket Mounting & Bolts
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  1. Install the brake caliper bracket (1) to the steering knuckle.
  2. Perform the following procedure before installing the brake caliper bracket bolts.
    1. Remove all traces of the original adhesive patch.
    2. Clean the threads of the bolt with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
    3. Apply Threadlocker GM P/N 12345493 (Canadian P/N 10953488) to the threads of the bolt.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  3. Install the brake caliper bracket mounting bolts (2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 300 N.m (221 lb ft).

  4. Install NEW brake pad retaining springs to the brake caliper bracket.
  5. Install the brake pads. Refer to Front Disc Brake Pads Replacement (2500 Series)  or Front Disc Brake Pads Replacement (1500 Series) .
  6. Slowly apply pressure to the brake pedal until a firm pedal as been achieved.
  7. Fill the master cylinder reservoir to the proper level with clean brake fluid, if necessary. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling (JD9, JH6) or Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling (Two-mode Hybrid) .
  8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
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