STS RWD V8-4.6L VIN A (2006)
1. Install the brake caliper bracket (1) to the knuckle.
2. Prepare the bolts and the threaded holes for assembly:
Important: If reusing the caliper bracket bolts the threads of the caliper bracket bolts and the threads of the knuckle mounting holes must be free
of residue and debris prior to application of threadlocker in order to ensure proper adhesion and fastener retention.
1. Thoroughly clean the residue from the bolt threads by using denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
2. Thoroughly clean the residue from the threaded holes by using denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
3. Apply threadlocker GM P/N 12345493 (Canada P/N 10953488), or equivalent to two-thirds of the threaded length of the lower caliper bracket
bolts. Ensure that there are no gaps in the threadlocker along the length of the filled area of the bolts.
4. Allow the threadlocker to cure approximately ten minutes before installation.
3. Install the two brake caliper bracket bolts (2).
Tighten the front brake caliper bracket bolts to 130 Nm (96 ft. lbs.).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Install the caliper guide pin boots (2) to the brake caliper mounting bracket retaining seat (1).
Important:
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Ensure that the caliper guide pin boots (2) are fully seated to the caliper guide pin retaining seat (3) of the caliper guide pin.
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Ensure that the caliper guide pin boots (2) are fully seated to the caliper boot seal retaining seat (1) of the brake caliper mounting bracket.
