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HOMESERVICE MANUALSISUZU2006ASCENDER S, 5.3 M, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 66 (DISC BRAKE SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBRAKE CALIPER BRACKET REPLACEMENT - FRONTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Caliper Bracket Bushings
    GM788344Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the guide pin seals on the mounting bracket.
  2. If the guide pins and brake pad retaining clips are to be reused, use denatured alcohol to clean them.
  3. Dry the brake guide pins and brake pad retaining clips with non-lubricated, filtered air.
    4. Fig 2: View Of Brake Caliper Guide Pin
    GM156329Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Apply high temperature silicone brake lubricant to the brake caliper guide pins. DO NOT apply the lubricant to the brake pad retaining clips.
    5. Fig 3: View Of Rotor & Caliper
    GM788768Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the brake caliper mounting bracket.
    6. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  6. Install the caliper mounting bracket bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the brake caliper mounting bracket bolts to 200 N.m (148 lb ft).

    7. Fig 4: View Of Caliper & Related Components
    GM783127Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the front brake pad hardware to the brake caliper mounting bracket.
    8. Fig 5: Removing/Installing Brake Pads
    GM788397Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the brake pads to the brake caliper mounting bracket.
    9. Fig 6: View Of Rotor & Caliper
    GM788768Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the brake caliper assembly. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Front .
  10. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  11. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
    12. CAUTION: Refer to Firm Brake Pedal Caution in Cautions and Notices.
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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.