OEM 2008 Cadillac DTS Brake Caliper Bracket

2008 Cadillac DTS Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the front brake caliper bracket (J55) on 2008 Cadillac DTS?

  A: Begin bracket replacement of the front brake caliper by extracting the brake caliper from its mounting bracket only to install mechanic's wire support for the caliper. Keep the hydraulic brake flexible hose connected to the caliper at all times. First eliminate the brake pads together with the Brake Pad retainers from the Brake Caliper Bracket. Separate the Brake Caliper Bracket bolt to free the Steering Knuckle assembly from the Brake Caliper Bracket. Clean the Brake Caliper Bracket through wire brushing before checking it for damage as well as cracks that require replacement. Clean all threads on the Brake Caliper Bracket bolt and threaded holes by soaking them with denatured alcohol following installation. Afterwards let them dry fully. A dose of threadlocker gm p/n 12345493 (Canadian P/N 10953488) or equivalent should cover two-thirds of the threaded lower caliper bracket bolt length without any threadlocker gaps between them. After ten minutes have passed for threadlocker curing time the caliper bracket can be securely installed on the Steering Knuckle assembly. Fasten the Brake Caliper Bracket bolt until it reaches 246 n.m (181 lb ft). Brake caliper pin bolts need thin high-temperature silicone lube before installation of the Brake Pad retainers and brake pads to the Brake Caliper Bracket. Finally, install the caliper.