Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 GMC Acadia. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
- Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
- Remove Remove Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt (1)
- Remove the brake caliper (1) and support with heavy mechanics wire.
- Remove Disc Brake Pad Spring (1)
- Remove Inner Disc Brake Pad (1)
- Remove Outer Disc Brake Pad (2)
- Remove Leading Disc Brake Pad Clip (1)
- Remove Trailing Disc Brake Pad Clip (2)
- Remove Brake Caliper Bracket Bolt (1)
- Remove Front Brake Caliper Bracket (1)
- Front Brake Caliper Bracket»Inspect for damage
- Replace the brake caliper bracket if cracked or damaged.
NOTE:
DO NOT use any air tools to remove or install the guide pin bolts. Use hand tools ONLY.
CAUTION:
Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic wire, or equivalent, whenever it is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible brake hose is still connected. Failure to support the caliper in this manner will cause the flexible brake hose to bear the weight of the caliper, which may cause damage to the brake hose and in turn may cause a brake fluid leak.