To replace the Brake Caliper Bracket (JE5), first secure a firm brake pedal before bringing the vehicle to get rid of any personal injuries. Start by taking off the brake caliper from the Brake Caliper Bracket using heavy mechanic wire so as to prevent damage to the hydraulic flexible brake hose. Then, unscrew
Brake Pads from the Brake Caliper Bracket, as well as Brake Pad retainers , brake caliper guide pins, and brake caliper boot. Following that, remove the Brake Caliper Bracket mounting bolts and the Brake Caliper Bracket from the knuckle, be sure to check the bracket for cracks or damage, replacing as needed. For installation, install the Brake Caliper Bracket to the knuckle, and make sure the threads of the caliper bracket bolt and the knuckle mounting hole threads are free of any contaminants before increasing the gm p/n 12345493 (Canada P/N 10953488) threadlocker at the lower 2/3 of the longer threaded portion of the lower caliper bracket, and allowing it to absorb within the length of the lower threaded caliper bracket, for about 10-minutes. Put on the 2 Brake Caliper Bracket bolts, and tighten them to 130 n.m (96 lb ft). Make sure caliper guide pin boots are seated in their respective retaining seats before installing caliper guide pins and ensuring proper seating. Move on to install the Brake Pad retainers and brake pads to the Brake Caliper Bracket , and finally attach brake caliper to the front Brake Caliper Bracket.