STS AWD V8-4.6L VIN A (2006)
8. Install the brake pad retainers to the caliper bracket.
9. Install the brake pads (1) to the caliper bracket.
10. Pivot the brake caliper (1) downward, over the brake pads and into the caliper bracket.
Important: If reusing the lower caliper pin bolt, the threads of the lower caliper pin bolt and the threads of the caliper bracket mounting holes
must be free of residue and debris prior to application of threadlocker in order to ensure proper adhesion and fastener retention.
11. If reusing the caliper pin bolts, prepare the bolt and the threaded hole for assembly:
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Thoroughly clean the residue from the bolt threads by using denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
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Thoroughly clean the residue from the threaded holes by using denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
12. Apply threadlocker GM P/N 12345493 (Canadian P/N 10953488), or equivalent to 2/3 of the threaded length of the lower caliper pin bolt. Ensure
that there are no gaps in the threadlocker along the length of the filled area of the bolt.
13. Allow the threadlocker to cure approximately 10 minutes before installation.
14. Apply a thin coat of high temperature silicone lube to the front brake caliper guide pin.
15. Install the lower brake caliper pin bolt.
Hold the lower brake caliper guide pin with a wrench and tighten the lower brake caliper pin bolt to 63 Nm (46 ft. lbs.).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
16. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
17. Lower the vehicle.
18. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
19. Slowly release the brake pedal.
20. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 15 and 16 until a firm brake pedal apply is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake
pads.
21. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir to the proper level.
22. Burnish the pads and rotors.
Brake Caliper Replacement - Rear (JL9, JE5)
Brake Caliper Replacement - Rear (JL9, JE5)
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Service Precautions.
Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution in Service Precautions.
Notice: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice in Service Precautions.
Removal Procedure
1. Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
2. If the brake fluid level is midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, no brake fluid needs to be removed from the
reservoir before proceeding.
3. If the brake fluid level is higher than midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, remove brake fluid to the
midway point before proceeding.
4. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
5. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
