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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1982CITATION L4-151 2.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLDISC BRAKE SYSTEMBRAKE CALIPERSERVICE AND REPAIRCALIPER INSTALLATION
1982 Chevrolet Citation L4-151 2.5L
Caliper Installation
1982 Chevrolet Citation L4-151 2.5LSECTION Caliper Installation
Fig. 7 Removing caliper mounting bolts:
1. Position caliper assembly over disc and align mounting bolt holes. If brake hoses were not disconnected during removal, use care not to kink hoses during installation.
2. Install mounting bolts and torque to 21 to 35 ft. lbs., Fig. 7.
3. If brake line fitting was disconnected during removal, install brake line fitting and torque retaining bolt to 18 to 30 ft. lbs.
4. Fill master cylinder. Bleed brake system if brake line was disconnected and recheck master cylinder fluid level.
5. Install wheel and tire assembly on vehicle, then lower vehicle and check brake system operation.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.