Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement

Removal Procedure
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and the wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
3. Remove the brake caliper. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Front.





4. Remove front brake caliper bracket bolts (1) and discard.
5. Remove the front brake caliper bracket from the steering knuckle.

Installation Procedure





1. Ensure the front brake caliper bracket mounting surfaces (1) are clean.
2. Chase the caliper bracket mounting threads in the steering knuckle to remove any residual locking compound.





3. Install the caliper bracket to the steering knuckle.
4. Coat the new caliper bracket bolts (1) with 272 Threadlocker, GM P/N 12345493 or equivalent.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

5. Install the new caliper bracket bolts (1).
^ Tighten the caliper bracket bolts (1) to 95 Nm (70 lb ft) on the first pass and additional 37 degrees on the second pass.
6. Install the brake caliper. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Front.
7. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Fill the master cylinder reservoir.