Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Buick LaCrosse and 2008 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Refer to Brake Dust Caution .

Fig 1: View Of Brake Caliper & Caliper Bracket

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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 Front Brake Caliper Replacement .

Fig 2: View Of Brake Pads, Brake Pad Retainers, & Caliper Bracket

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Remove the brake pads (2) from the brake caliper bracket.
Remove the brake pad retainers (1) from the brake caliper bracket.

Fig 3: Identifying Front Caliper Pin Boots & Bracket

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Remove the brake caliper bracket. Refer to Front Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement .
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).

IMPORTANT:

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.