Cavalier L4-2.2L VIN F (2004)
6. Clean the brake caliper piston bore and seal counterbore, and the caliper piston with denatured alcohol, or equivalent.
7. Dry the caliper piston bore and counterbore, and the piston with non-lubricated, filtered air.
8. Inspect the caliper bore for cracks, scoring, pitting, excessive rust, and/or excessive corrosion.
9. If light rust or light corrosion are present in the caliper bore, attempt to remove the imperfection with a fine emery paper. If the imperfection
cannot be removed, replace the caliper assembly.
10. If cracks, scoring, pitting, excessive rust, and/or excessive corrosion are present in the caliper bore, replace the caliper assembly.
11. Inspect the caliper piston for cracks, scoring, and/or damage to the chrome plating. Replace the caliper piston if any of these conditions exist.
Assembly Procedure
1. Lubricate the new piston seal with Delco Supreme II GM P/N 12377967 (Canadian P/N 992667) or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid from a clean,
sealed brake fluid container.
2. Install the lubricated, new piston seal into the caliper bore.
3. Install the caliper piston into the caliper bore.
4. Install the new piston dust boot seal over the piston.
5. Using the J 29077-A, fully seat the dust boot seal into the counterbore.
6. Install the bleeder valve and cap to the caliper and tighten the valve securely.
7. Install the front brake caliper to the vehicle.
