Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Chevrolet Trax and 2018 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If installing a new brake rotor, clean the friction surfaces of the brake rotor with denatured alcohol.
- Using the CH-42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit, thoroughly clean any rust or corrosion from the mating surface of the hub/axle flange.
- Using the CH-41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit, thoroughly clean any rust or corrosion from the mating surface of the rotor to the hub/axle flange.
Install the brake rotor (1).
- CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
Install the brake rotor bolt (1) and tighten to 9 N.m (80 lb in)
- Position the brake caliper and bracket assembly over the brake rotor and to the steering knuckle.
Install new brake caliper bracket bolts (1) and tighten to 160 N.m (118 lb ft).
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Burnish the brake pads and rotors. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing .