How to Install Front Brake Pads on a Bravada(2)

Squeeze the piston in the caliper all the way until it stops. You can use the C-clamp or an extra large pair of channel locks. It's not uncommon to see brake fluid purge from the master cylinder when doing this, especially when you get to the second caliper.

Install new pads in the same fashion the old ones were removed.

Use sandpaper or a wire brush to clean off the area on the caliper bridge where the backing plates of the pads contact. Clean as thoroughly as possible and apply a liberal coat of silicone compound or high temperature anti-seize lubricant.

Place the loaded caliper over the rotor. Clean caliper bolts with sandpaper or wire brush and apply a modest coat of lubricant on the entire surface of the bolts except the threads. Reinsert and tighten.

Replace tire and lug nuts. Tighten lug nuts as much as you can and lower the vehicle.

Torque the lug nuts in an alternate fashion using the 1/2-inch drive adjustable torque wrench set to 100 foot pounds and appropriate socket.

Repeat the procedure for the right side.

Pump the foot pedal inside the Bravada when finished to restore hydraulic pressure to braking system. Failure to do so can result in hazardous conditions. Check and adjust the level of the brake fluid in the master cylinder with DOT 3 approved brake fluid, if necessary.

Remove wheel chocks and test drive.