Front Brake Caliper Replacement

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.

Fig 1: Replacing Front Brake Caliper

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
CAUTION: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution . CAUTION: Refer to Brake Dust Caution . 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	Brake Hose Fitting Bolt NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: 54 N.m (40 lb ft)
2	Brake Hose Fitting Gasket (Qty: 2) Tip: DO NOT reuse the brake hose fitting gaskets. Install NEW gaskets.
3	Brake Hose Procedure Cap or plug the brake hose fitting to prevent brake fluid leakage and contamination. Relocate the brake hose to the side. Secure the brake hose with the fitting facing UP at the highest point without damaging the brake hose.
4	Guide Pin Bolt (Qty: 2) Tighten: 36 N.m (27 lb ft)
5	Brake Caliper Procedure Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) . With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance. Slowly release the brake pedal. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 2-3 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads. Fill the master cylinder reservoir to the proper level. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling . Burnish the pads and rotors. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing .