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ZR1 Brake Burnish Procedure
Notice: These procedures are specific to the ZR1
with ceramic brake rotors. These procedures should
not be run on other Corvette models as damage
may result.
Notice: The new vehicle break-in period should
be completed before performing the brake
burnish procedure or damage may occur to the
powertrain/engine. See New Vehicle Break-In
on page 2-21.
When performed as instructed, these procedures will
not damage the brakes. During the burnishing
procedure, the brake pads will smoke and produce an
odor. The braking force and pedal travel may increase.
After the procedure is complete, the brake pads may
appear white at the rotor contact.
Street High Performance Brake Burnishing
Procedure
Run this procedure in a safe manner and in compliance
with all local and state ordinances/laws regarding
motor vehicle operation. Run this procedure only on
dry pavement.
1. From a stop, accelerate as rapidly as possible
without activating traction control to a speed of
60 mph (97 kph).
2. Use enough pedal force to completely stop the
vehicle in 4 to 5 seconds. If ABS activates,
braking is too hard.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2, 50 times. This should take
about 10 minutes.
4. After completing the 50 stops, cool the brakes by
driving for 5 miles (8 km) at 60 mph (97 kph).
As with all high performance brake systems, some
amount of brake squeal is normal.
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