OEM Cadillac Seville Brake Caliper Bracket

Cadillac Seville Brake Caliper Bracket Parts and Q&A

• Caliper Bracket, Front
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  Q: How to replace the front brake caliper bracket on Cadillac Seville?

  A:

  Before starting work place the brake caliper on heavy mechanic's wire without disconnecting the hydraulic brake hose. Take off the Brake Caliper Bracket bolts and bracket alongside the Brake Pads and their retainers. Look for issues on the Brake Caliper Bracket surface then clean it completely before examining for damage or cracks. Replace the bracket when necessary. Thoroughly clean both bolts and threaded holes of the caliper bracket with denatured alcohol before installation by removing any threadlocker residue and debris. When using the existing Brake Caliper Bracket bolts apply threadlocker gm us part number 12345493 or canadian part number 10953488 to two-thirds of the threads and let it cure for 10 minutes while avoiding any gaps in coverage. Attach the Brake Caliper Bracket to the Steering Knuckle and fasten its bolts to 185 nm (137 ft. Lbs.). Use niglube grease on brake caliper pin bolts then place Brake Pad retainers and brake pads onto the Brake Caliper Bracket before installing the brake caliper.
• Caliper Bracket
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  Q: How to replace the rear brake caliper bracket on Cadillac Seville?

  A:

  Before working on the Brake Caliper Bracket you should support the caliper with mechanic's wire while keeping its hydraulic hose connected to avoid damage. Discard both Brake Pads and retainers from the Brake Caliper Bracket before taking out its mounting bolts . Wipe away all rust buildup from the Brake Caliper Bracket surface using a wire brush before removing it from the Control Arm. Check the brake mounting system parts and Brake Caliper Bracket before replacing it if damage or cracks exist. Set up the Brake Caliper Bracket bolts using new ones pre-coated with dri-loc 201 (GM PIN 12345493) anti-seize material or apply a similar product to unpainted bolts before assembly. Mount the Brake Caliper Bracket and tighten its bolts to 94 ft. Lbs. As measured on a torque wrench. Before reinstalling apply silicone lube to brake caliper pins and place Brake Pad retainers and pads on the Brake Caliper Bracket.