Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Cadillac SRX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

WARNING: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning .

Release the electronic park brake cable tension. Refer to Parking Brake Cable Adjuster Disabling .
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

Fig 1: Identifying Brake Hose Fitting Bolt & Caliper

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Remove the brake hose fitting bolt (1).

NOTE: Do not reuse the brake hose fitting gaskets.

Remove the brake hose fitting gaskets (2) and the brake hose (3).
Discard the brake hose fitting gaskets.

Fig 2: Locating Caliper Guide Pins

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NOTE:

DO NOT use any air tools to remove or install the guide pin bolts. Use hand tools ONLY.
Install an open end wrench to hold the caliper guide pin in line with the brake caliper while removing or installing the caliper guide pin bolt. DO NOT allow the open end wrench to come in contact with the brake caliper. Allowing the open end wrench to come in contact with the brake caliper will cause a pulsation when the brakes are applied.

Using a backup wrench to hold the brake caliper guide pins stationary, remove the brake caliper guide pin bolts (1).

Fig 3: View Of Brake Caliper

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Remove the brake caliper (1).