Removal (Floating Caliper)
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 30 other vehicles, including the 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada, 1998 GMC Yukon, and 1998 GMC Suburban. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove 2/3 of brake fluid from master cylinder. Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheel. Using "C" clamp or large pliers, compress caliper piston until it bottoms in its bore.
- Disconnect brake hose from caliper. Remove caliper guide pins. See Figure. Remove caliper. Remove pads from caliper. Note retainer spring on inner pad (some models) and remove if replacing pads.