Escalade ESV AWD V8-6.2L (2007)
7. Remove the brake caliper guide pin bolts.
Notice: Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic wire, or equivalent, whenever it is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible
brake hose is still connected. Failure to support the caliper in this manner will cause the flexible brake hose to bear the weight of the caliper, which
may cause damage to the brake hose and in turn may cause a brake fluid leak.
Notice: Refer to Brake Caliper Notice.
8. Remove the brake caliper from the brake caliper bracket and support with heavy mechanics wire or equivalent.
9. Remove the brake pads from the brake caliper bracket.
10. Note the orientation of the brake pad wear sensor (if equipped) for installation.
Important: Do not reuse the brake pad retaining springs.
11. Remove and discard the brake pad retaining springs.
12. Inspect the brake caliper. Refer to Brake Caliper Inspection.
Installation Procedure
1. Install NEW brake pad retaining springs to the caliper bracket.
2. Install the disc brake pads to the brake caliper bracket, positioning the brake pad wear sensor (if equipped) as noted during removal.
3. Install the brake caliper to the caliper bracket.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.
4. Install the brake caliper guide pin bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 108 N.m (80 lb ft).
5. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
8. Slowly release the brake pedal.
9. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 7-8 until a firm brake pedal is obtained, to properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
10. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir to the proper level with clean brake fluid, if necessary. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling.
11. Burnish the brake pads and discs. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing.