Rendezvous FWD V6-3.5L VIN L (2006)
9. Remove the brake hose (2) from the brake caliper.
10. Remove and discard the two copper brake hose gaskets (3). These gaskets may be stuck to the brake caliper and/or the brake hose end.
11. Plug the openings in the brake caliper and the brake hose in order to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
12. Clean off any dirt or corrosion on the brake caliper near the brake hose fitting.
13. Remove the brake caliper bolts (3).
14. Remove the brake caliper from the brake caliper bracket.
15. Inspect the brake caliper pin boots (4) for the following components:
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Cuts
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Tears
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Deterioration Replace the bolt boots if damage exists.
16. If the caliper pin boots are damaged, inspect the caliper pins for corrosion or damage. If corrosion is found on the brake caliper pin shaft, replace
the brake caliper pin and the brake caliper pin boot. Do not attempt to polish away the corrosion.
Installation Procedure
1. Ensure that the caliper bolt boots (3) are properly installed.
