OEM 2002 Cadillac Seville Brake Caliper Bracket

2002 Cadillac Seville Brake Caliper Bracket Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to replace the rear brake caliper bracket on 2002 Cadillac Seville?

  A: Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic's wire after bracket removal to maintain the hydraulic brake flexible hose connection for protection during replacement. After Brake Pad removeries start with Brake Pad retainers and brake pads from the Brake Caliper Bracket followed by Brake Caliper Bracket bolts until the rear Brake Caliper Bracket separates. First remove all rust and debris from the Brake Caliper Bracket before inspecting both hardware and mounting for damage. Replace the Brake Caliper Bracket if it shows cracks or other signs of damage. Clean caliper bracket bolts as well as threaded holes with denatured alcohol prior to installation to ensure removal of threadlocker residue and debris. Let the bolts dry before proceeding. Apply threadlocker gm us p/n 12345493, canada p/n 10953488, or equivalent to a two-thirds length of the threaded section while maintaining a gap-free application before allowing a ten-minute natural curing process. The Brake Caliper Bracket goes next followed by securing the installation with Brake Caliper Bracket bolts that need a torque of 128 nm (94 ft. Lbs.). Apply thin high-temperature silicone lube to the brake caliper pin bolts before fitting Brake Pad retainers and brake pads onto the Brake Caliper Bracket followed by brake caliper installation.