Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Refer to Brake Dust Caution .

CAUTION: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution .

NOTE: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice .

Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
If the brake fluid level is midway between the maximum full point and the minimum allowable level, no brake fluid needs to be removed from the reservoir before proceeding.
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.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Install a C-clamp against the outer brake pad and the rear of the brake caliper body.
Slowly tighten the C-clamp until the brake caliper pistons are compressed into the brake caliper bores.

Fig 1: View of Brake Caliper, Guide and Bolts

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Using a backup wrench on the brake caliper guide pin, remove the brake caliper guide pin bolts (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Brake Hose and Bolt

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Remove the brake hose fitting bolt (1).
Remove the brake hose fitting gaskets (2) and the brake hose (3).
Discard the brake hose fitting gaskets.

Fig 3: View of Caliper and Rotor

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Remove the brake caliper (1).