Skylark L4-144 2.4L DOHC VIN T SFI (1997)
Brake Pad: Service and Repair
Replacement
CAUTION: GM replacement brake lining mateial is recommended for all GM vehicles to maintain the balance between front and rear brake
performance. GM replacemeng parts have been carefully selected to provide the proper brake balance for purposes of both stopping distance and
controllability over the full range of operating conditions. Installation of front or rear brake lining material with performance characteristics different
from that of the GM replacement parts recommended for this vehicle can change the intended brake balance of this vehicle and adversely affect brake
performance.
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Brake Caliper.
2. Outboard shoe and lining. Use screwdriver to disengage buttons on shoe from holes in caliper housing.
3. Inboard shoe and lining.
INSTALL OR CONNECT
NOTE: Before installing new shoe and linings, use denatured alcohol to wipe outside surface of boot clean.
1. Bottom piston into caliper bore. Use a C-clamp over caliper housing to drive piston in. Tighten clamp slowly to drive piston into caliper bore.
Take care not to damage piston or piston boot with C-clamp. After bottoming piston, lift inner edge of boot next to piston and press out any
trapped air. Boot must lay flat. Make sure convolutions are tucked back into place.
