Pads - Rear Brake: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Before proceeding, (Refer to BRAKES - WARNING) (Refer to BRAKES - CAUTION) .

Raise and support vehicle. (Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/HOISTING - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
NOTE: Perform steps 2 through 6 on each side of the vehicle.

Fig 1: Tire And Wheel Mounting
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Remove wheel mounting nuts (3), then tire and wheel assembly (1).
NOTE: In some cases, it may be necessary to retract caliper piston in its bore a small amount in order to provide sufficient clearance between shoes and rotor to easily remove caliper from knuckle. This can usually be accomplished before guide pin bolts are removed by grasping rear of caliper and pulling outward working with guide pins, thus retracting piston. Never push on piston directly as it may get damaged.

Fig 2: Caliper Guide Pin and Bolt
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Remove Upper caliper guide pin bolt (1). To do so, hold the guide pin (3) stationary while turning bolt.

Fig 3: Access to Rear Brake Pads
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Rotate caliper downward (5), exposing brake pads (2 and 3). Use care not to overextend brake hose when doing this or damage may occur.
Remove inboard (2) and outboard (3) brake pads from caliper adapter (4).
If necessary, remove anti-rattle clips (1) from upper and lower abutments of adapter (4).