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GM 18047980
Caliper, Front

2004-2009 GM

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GM 18047980 Caliper, Front
  • Part Description
    Caliper, Front Brake; Brake Caliper
  • Position
    Front
  • Manufacturer
    General Motors
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  • Vehicle Fitment

    Year Make Model Trim Engine
    2006-2007 Cadillac CTSBase6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
    2004-2009 Cadillac SRXBase6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
    2005-2008 Cadillac STSBase, Platinum, V6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
    Warning: California's Proposition 65
  • Customer Questions & Expert Answers

    Q:
    Is this 18047980 designed for my car? Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    A:
    Please Select Your Vehicle model to see if part number 18047980 is suitable before ordering.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    What tools are required to service and repair the brake caliper for the 2006 Cadillac CTS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Universal Driver (J 8092) and Caliper Boot Seal Installer (J 45507).
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How should the caliper to knuckle bolts be prepared if reused for the 2007 Cadillac CTS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Clean the threads and holes with denatured alcohol and apply threadlocker GM P/N 12345493 to 2/3 of the threaded length.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after completing the assembly steps for the 2006 Cadillac SRX? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install the caliper back onto the vehicle.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step to replace the front brake caliper for the 2007 Cadillac SRX? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir; if it is above the midway point between the maximum-full and minimum allowable levels, remove fluid to that midway point.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done with the caliper pin bolts for the 2009 Cadillac SRX? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Clean the threads of the caliper pin bolts and the threaded holes, then apply threadlocker GM P/N 12345493 (Canadian P/N 10953488) to 2/3 of the threaded length of the lower caliper bracket bolts and allow it to cure for about 10 minutes.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How do you bleed the hydraulic brake system for the 2004 Cadillac SRX? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance, then slowly release it. Wait 15 seconds and repeat until a firm pedal is achieved to properly seat the caliper pistons and pads.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done to the brake caliper bore and piston before installing the caliper piston for the 2006 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Lubricate them with brake fluid.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How do you compress the caliper piston for the 2008 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Use a large C-clamp over the brake caliper to compress the caliper piston, allowing it to slide past the brake rotor, then remove the C-clamp.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after tightening the caliper pin bolts for the 2007 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the plugs from the caliper and hose, install new copper brake hose gaskets, and attach the brake hose to the caliper, tightening the bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step in servicing the brake caliper for the 2007 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the brake caliper from the vehicle and drain the brake fluid.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How do you detach the brake hose from the caliper for the 2008 Cadillac SRX? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the brake hose to caliper bolt and discard the two copper brake hose gaskets, plugging the openings to prevent fluid loss.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is important to ensure when installing the piston seal into the caliper bore for the 2005 Cadillac STS? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Ensure it is not twisted.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the torque specification for the bleeder valve for the 2005 Cadillac SRX? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Tighten the bleeder valve to 14 Nm (124 inch lbs.) and replace the cap.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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