OEM 2003 Cadillac DeVille Brake Caliper Bracket

2003 Cadillac DeVille Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the rear brake caliper bracket (J55) on 2003 Cadillac DeVille?

  A: Before you work on the rear Brake Caliper Bracket you must first detach the brake caliper because j55 is risky to touch. Depressurize the brake caliper to remove pads and retainers from the bracket. After pulling off the Brake Caliper Bracket bolts as well as the bracket from the backing plate. Examine the brake mounting and hardware along with the Brake Caliper Bracket through a wire brush to clear rust and debris before replacing the bracket when you find damage. Before assembly clean threaded holes and bolts of the Brake Caliper Bracket by soaking with denatured alcohol or similar solvent until they dry. Use threadlocker gm us p/n 12345493 or equivalent product on two-thirds of the threaded length of lower caliper bracket bolts, avoid gaps in the threadlocker, and set aside for ten minutes before continuing. Snug the Brake Caliper Bracket onto the backing plate parts before threading and tightening the Brake Caliper Bracket bolts at 181 feet per pound. Add a light layer of high-temperature silicone lube to brake caliper pin bolts before you put on the Brake Pad retainers and brake pads to the bracket. The last step is to mount the brake caliper in place.