Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Chevrolet Trax and 2015 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

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 .
Remove the rear brake caliper. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Replacement .

Fig 1: Disc Brake Pads

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Remove the outer brake pad (1).

NOTE:

The inner brake pad is equipped with the wear sensor.

Remove the inner brake pad (2).

Fig 2: Lower Brake Pad Springs

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Remove the upper and lower brake pad springs (1).

Fig 3: Upper Brake Caliper Guide Pin

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Remove the upper brake caliper guide pin (1).

NOTE:

The lower brake caliper guide pin is equipped with a bushing and must be installed in the same location.

Remove the lower brake caliper guide pin (2).

Fig 4: Brake Caliper Bracket Bolts

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NOTE:

Do not reuse the brake caliper bracket bolts.

Remove and discard the brake caliper bracket bolts (1).

Fig 5: Rear Brake Caliper Bracket

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Remove the rear brake caliper bracket (1).