Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Do not grind brake linings.
- Do not sand brake linings.
- Do not clean wheel brake parts with a dry brush or with compressed air.
- Use a siphon in order to remove half of the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Use a flat-bladed tool in order to remove the clip (1).
- Use a flat-bladed tool in order to remove the springs (1,2).
- Remove the pad guide pins (5,6).
- Remove the brake pads (2,3) with the insulators (1,4).
- Remove the insulators from the pads.
CAUTION:
Avoid taking the following actions when you service wheel brake parts:
Some models or aftermarket brake parts may contain asbestos fibers which can become airborne in dust. Breathing dust with asbestos fibers may cause serious bodily harm. Use a water-dampened cloth in order to remove any dust on brake parts. Equipment is available commercially in order to perform this washing function. These wet methods prevent fibers from becoming airborne.
Some models or aftermarket brake parts may contain asbestos fibers which can become airborne in dust. Breathing dust with asbestos fibers may cause serious bodily harm. Use a water-dampened cloth in order to remove any dust on brake parts. Equipment is available commercially in order to perform this washing function. These wet methods prevent fibers from becoming airborne.
IMPORTANT:
Use care when removing the clip and the springs in order to re-use the components.