2000 Cadillac Escalade Brake Pad Set

The proper way is to lubricate the bushings and the mounting bolt seals with Delco silicone lube GM P/N 18010909 or the equivalent and install the new bushings, the bolt seals, the new bolt boots, and the inboard lining. Snap the retainer spring into the piston and install the outboard lining with the wear indicator at the leading edge of the pad during a front wheel rotation. The back of the pad must lay flat against the caliper. Then install the caliper, pump the brakes until the brake pedal is firm before moving the vehicle, and check the fluid level in the master cylinder after pumping the brakes.

The proper way is to lubricate the caliper and the steering knuckle, place the new pad in a vise and compress the brake pad tangs as necessary to obtain a secure fit between the outer brake pad and the caliper. Next, install the outer brake pad onto the caliper, file the leading edge of the brake pad tang and install the caliper.

You need to remove the caliper and suspend the caliper using a wire hanger. Remove the outboard shoe and lining, use a screwdriver to disengage the buttons on the pad from the holes in the caliper housing, and remove the inboard shoe and the lining, the bolt boots, the mounting bolt seals, and the bushings. Inspect the mounting bolts, the key, the spring, and the sleeves for any corrosion and replace any corroded parts. Then inspect the bolt boots for any nicks, cuts, or corrosion and replace any corroded parts.

You need to remove the caliper, suspend the caliper and remove the inboard lining and the outboard lining and then use a wire brush to remove any corrosion from the machined surfaces of the steering knuckle and the caliper.