LaCrosse V8-5.3L (2008)
Brake Caliper: Removal and Replacement
Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (J65)
Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (J65)
Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution (See: Service Precautions/Technician Safety Information/Brake Dust Caution).
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution (See: Service Precautions/Technician Safety Information/Brake Fluid Irritant Caution).
Removal Procedure
1. Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
2. If the brake fluid level is midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, no brake fluid needs to be removed from the
reservoir before proceeding.
3. If the brake fluid level is higher than midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, remove brake fluid to the
midway point before proceeding.
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Maintenance/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair).
5. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (See: Maintenance/Wheels and Tires/Service and Repair
).
6. Release the park brake cable tension at the equalizer.
7. Disconnect the front and rear cables at the connector clip (2).
8. Disconnect the park brake cable from the park brake lever on the brake caliper.
9. Remove the park brake cable from the caliper bracket.
10. Remove brake hose to caliper bolt.
11. Remove the brake hose from the brake caliper.
