Disc Brake Mounting and Hardware Inspection - Rear

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Refer to Brake Dust Caution in Cautions and Notices.

Fig 1: Disc Brake Pad Mounting Hardware

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Inspect the disc brake pad mounting hardware for the following:
- Missing mounting hardware
- Excessive corrosion
- Bent mounting tabs
- Looseness at the caliper mounting bracket
- Looseness at the disc brake pads
If any of the conditions listed are found, the disc brake pad mounting hardware requires replacement.
Ensure the disc brake pads are held firmly in place on the caliper mounting bracket, yet slide easily on the mounting hardware without binding.

Fig 2: View Of Caliper, Pin, Boots & Caliper Mounting Bracket

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Inspect the caliper bolts (1) for the following:
- Binding
- Seizing
- Looseness in the caliper mounting bracket (3)
- Bent or damaged caliper bolts
- Cracked or torn boots (4)
- Missing boots
- Bent or damaged caliper mounting bracket (3)
If any of the conditions listed are found, the caliper mounting hardware requires replacement.