Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Buick LaCrosse and 2006 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the brake caliper from the mounting bracket and support the brake caliper (2) with heavy mechanic's wire (1) or equivalent. Discard the old caliper pin bolts, new bolts are supplied in the hardware kit. It is not necessary to disconnect the hydraulic brake flexible hose from the caliper. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Front (J65, JL9) .
- Remove the brake pads (2) from the brake caliper bracket.
- Remove the brake pad retainers (1) from the brake caliper bracket.
- Remove the brake caliper bracket. Refer to Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement - Front (J65, JL9) .
- Mount the brake caliper bracket (1) in a vise.
- Using a flat bladed tool or punch carefully remove the caliper pin boots (2) from brake caliper bracket (1).
- Clean the caliper bracket with denatured alcohol.
- Dry with low pressure, non-lubricated, filtered air.
- Inspect the brake caliper bracket for damage. If damaged, replace the bracket.
- Thoroughly clean the caliper bracket bores of all lubricant.
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