Savana 4500 V8-6.6L DSL Turbo (2009)
1. Install the brake caliper bracket (1).
2. Perform the following procedure before installing the brake caliper bracket mounting bolts.
1. Remove all traces of the original adhesive patch.
2. Clean the threads of the bolt with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
3. Apply threadlocker GM P/N 12345493 (Canadian P/N 10953488) to the threads of the bolt.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (See: Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Fastener Caution).
3. Install the caliper bracket mounting bolts (2).
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JH5: Tighten the bolts to 200 Nm (148 lb ft).
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JH6, JH7: Tighten the bolts to 165 Nm (123 lb ft).
4. Install the anti-rattle clips to the brake caliper mounting bracket.
5. Install the brake pads to the brake caliper mounting bracket.
6. Slide the brake pads in until they contact the rotor.
7. Install the brake caliper. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (With Single Rear Wheel) (See: Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (With
Single Rear Wheel))Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (Dual Rear Wheel) (See: Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (Dual Rear Wheel)).
8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (See: Maintenance/Wheels and Tires/Service and Repair).
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
11. Slowly release the brake pedal.
12. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 10-11 until a firm pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (Dual Rear Wheel)
Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (Dual Rear Wheel)
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning (See: Service Precautions/Technician Safety Information/Brake Dust Warning).
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning (See: Service Precautions/Technician Safety Information/Brake Fluid Irritant Warning).
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 then 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 then remove brake fluid to the
midway point before proceeding.
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Maintenance/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair).
