Bonneville V8-4.6L VIN Y (2004)
1. If reusing the brake caliper retainers, clean the sleeves using denatured alcohol, or equivalent.
2. Lubricate the brake caliper pin bolts with a thin coat of high temperature silicone lube.
3. Install the brake caliper to the upper caliper pin bolt.
4. Rotate the brake caliper down over the brake pads into the brake caliper bracket.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
5. Install the brake caliper pin bolts.
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Tighten the brake caliper pin bolts to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
6. Remove the plugs in the brake hose end.
Important: Install NEW copper brake hose gaskets.
7. Assemble the brake hose bolt and the NEW copper brake hose gaskets to the brake hose.
8. Install the brake hose to caliper bolt to the brake caliper.
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Tighten the brake hose to caliper bolt to 44 Nm (33 ft. lbs.).
9. Connect the park brake cable to the park brake lever on the brake caliper.
10. Install the park brake cable bracket (2) to the brake caliper (1).
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Tighten the park brake cable bracket bolt to 43 Nm (32 ft. lbs.).
11. Install the front park brake cable (3) to the park brake cable connector (1).
12. Bleed the brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) in Hydraulic Brakes.
13. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
14. Slowly release the brake pedal.
15. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 12-13 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
16. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
17. Lower the vehicle.
Brake Caliper Overhaul - Rear
Brake Caliper Overhaul - Rear
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution in Service Precautions.
