Guide Pins-Front Brake Caliper

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Before proceeding, see WARNING and CAUTION .

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Fig 1: Tire & Wheel Mounting Method
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Remove the wheel mounting nuts (3), then the tire and wheel assembly.

Fig 2: Brake Caliper Mounting (Typical)

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1 - BRAKE HOSE

2 - ADAPTER MOUNTING BOLTS

3 - BANJO BOLT

4 - CALIPER GUIDE PIN BOLTS

Remove the two brake caliper guide pin bolts (4).
Remove the brake caliper from the adapter. Hang the caliper out of the way using wire or a bungee cord. Use care not to overextend the brake hose (1) when doing this.

Fig 3: Guide Pins & Boots
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1 - PINS

2 - BOOTS
Remove the guide pins (1) and boots (2) from the adapter as shown.