Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Buick LaCrosse and 2008 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
- If the brake fluid level is midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, no brake fluid needs to be removed from the reservoir before proceeding.
- If the brake fluid level is higher than midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, remove brake fluid to the midway point before proceeding.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Release the wheel speed sensor wire harness from the lower control arm.
- Remove the brake caliper bolts (3) from the caliper (1).
- Using heavy mechanics wire (1) or equivalent, position and support the brake caliper (2) aside.
- Remove the disc brake pads from the brake caliper bracket (3).
- Inspect the brake caliper guide pin seals. Refer to Rear Disc Brake Hardware Replacement .
- Clean the brake pad hardware mating surfaces on the caliper bracket of any debris or corrosion.
- Inspect the brake pad retainer clips for damage and replace, if necessary.
- Inspect the caliper piston boot for damage and replace, if necessary. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Overhaul (JL9) or Rear Brake Caliper Overhaul (J65) .
NOTE:
Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic wire, or equivalent, whenever it is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible brake hose is still connected. Failure to support the caliper in this manner will cause the flexible brake hose to bear the weight of the caliper, which may cause damage to the brake hose and in turn may cause a brake fluid leak.