Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J61)

Single Use Fasteners and Components Front Brake Hose Washer [2x]

Warning

The battery must be disconnected to prevent the brake master cylinder from pressurizing the hydraulic system during its automated self diagnostic tests that can possibly occur when a door is opened or the key transmitter is activated. Failure to follow this precaution may cause personal injury.

Warning

Brake Dust Warning

Warning

Brake Fluid Irritant Warning

Note

Only the left front wheel is equipped with the front disc brake pad wear sensor. Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
3. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation

Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J61) — figure 1

4. { If equipped } Front Disc Brake Pad Wear Sensor (1) @ Front Brake Caliper » Remove

Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J61) — figure 2

5. { If equipped } Front Disc Brake Pad Wear Sensor Retainer (2) » Remove
6. { If equipped } Position the front disc brake pad wear sensor wiring harness (1) out of the way.

Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J61) — figure 3

7. Front Brake Caliper Guide Pin Clip (1) » Remove [2x]

Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J61) — figure 4

8. Front Disc Brake Pad Retaining Spring (1) » Remove

Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J61) — figure 5

9. Front Brake Caliper Guide Pin (1) » Remove [2x]

Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J61) — figure 6

10. Front Disc Brake Pad (1) » Remove [2x]

Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J61) — figure 7

11. Front Brake Hose Fitting (1) » Remove
12. Front Brake Hose Washer (2) » Remove and DISCARD [2x]
13. Front Brake Hose (3) @ Front Brake Caliper » Remove
14. Plug the brake hose outlet to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
15. Plug the front brake caliper inlet to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.

Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J61) — figure 8

16. Front Brake Caliper Bolt (2) » Remove [2x]

17. Front Brake Caliper (1) » Remove

18. Transfer components as necessary. Installation Procedure

19. If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps: 1.1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth. 1.2. Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive. 1.3. Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 1.4. Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.

20. Front Brake Caliper (1) » Install

Caution

Fastener Caution

3. Front Brake Caliper Bolt (2) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

4. Remove the plug from the brake hose outlet.

5. Remove the plug the front brake caliper inlet.

6. Front Brake Hose Washer (2) » Install NEW [2x]

7. Front Brake Hose (3) @ Front Brake Caliper » Install

8. Front Brake Hose Fitting (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

9. Front Disc Brake Pad (1) » Install [2x]

10. Front Brake Caliper Guide Pin (1) » Install [2x]

11. Front Disc Brake Pad Retaining Spring (1) » Install

12. Front Brake Caliper Guide Pin Clip (1) » Install [2x]

13. { If equipped } Position the front disc brake pad wear sensor wiring harness (1) into place.

14. { If equipped } Front Disc Brake Pad Wear Sensor Retainer (2) » Install

15. { If equipped } Front Disc Brake Pad Wear Sensor (1) @ Front Brake Caliper » Install

16. Connect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection

17. Bleed the brake system. Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding

18. Check for brake system leaks.

19. Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation

20. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.

21. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir to the maximum-full level with GM approved brake fluid from a clean, sealed brake fluid container. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling