Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Cadillac CT4. 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 higher than midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, remove brake fluid to the midway point before proceeding.
- If the brake fluid level is midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, no brake fluid needs to be removed before proceeding.
- Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
- Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
- Remove the front tire and wheel assemblies. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
Engine Front Splash Shield Retainer (3) - Remove [2x]
- Engine Front Splash Shield Bolt (1) - Remove [5x]
- Engine Front Splash Shield (2) - Remove
Pull the front wheelhouse liner outwards to gain clearance to disconnect the electrical connector (1), and to release the retainer (2).
- Electrical Connector (1) - Disconnect
- Retainer (2) - Release
- Retainer (3) - Release [3x]
Retainer (1) - Release [2x]
Front Brake Caliper Bleeder Valve Cap (1) - Remove
- Front Disc Brake Pad Wear Sensor (2) - Remove and DISCARD
Front Brake Caliper Bolt (2) - Remove [2x]
- Remove the brake caliper and support with heavy mechanics wire. (1)
Front Disc Brake Pad (1) - Remove [2x]
- Front Disc Brake Pad Retaining Spring (2) - Remove
CAUTION:
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.