Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Cadillac CT5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
- Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
- Install the disc brake rotor protectors and remove the tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (with J57) .
Front Brake Hose Fitting Bolt (1) - Remove
- Reposition the front brake hose (2) as necessary to gain clearance for removal of the front brake caliper.
Front Brake Caliper Bracket Bolt (2) - Remove [2x]
- Remove the brake caliper and support with heavy mechanics wire. (1)
Front Brake Rotor Bolt (2) - Remove
- Front Brake Rotor (1) - Remove
CAUTION:
Disc brake rotor protectors MUST be installed prior to tire and wheel assembly removal to avoid ceramic brake rotor damage due to contact between the tire and wheel assembly and the rotor. If the ceramic brake rotor is damaged replacement may be required.
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.