Rear Brake Rotor Replacement

Fig 1: Brake Rotor Replacement - Rear

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
CAUTION: Refer to Brake Dust Caution . NOTE: 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. Preliminary Procedures Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
1	Disc Brake Rotor Retainer (Qty: 2)
2	Brake Caliper Bracket Bolt (Qty: 2) NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tip: Do NOT reuse the brake caliper bracket mounting bolts. Replace the bolts. Tighten: 135 N.m (100 lb ft)
3	Brake Caliper and Bracket Assembly Tip: Position the brake caliper and bracket assembly aside and support with heavy mechanics wire or equivalent. It is not necessary to disconnect the flexible brake hose.
4	Disc Brake Rotor Tip: If the disc brake rotor will not slide over the park brake shoes, remove the rubber access plug on the backing plate and rotate the park brake shoe adjuster screw to provide clearance. Burnish the brake pads and rotors. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing .