STS AWD V6-3.6L (2007)
12. Remove the brake pads (1) from the caliper bracket.
13. Remove and inspect the brake pad retainers from the caliper bracket.
Installation Procedure
1. Inspect the brake caliper guide pin bolts. If damaged or corroded, replace the brake caliper guide bolts.
2. Inspect the brake caliper guide pins. If damaged or corroded, replace the brake caliper guide pin. Do not attempt to clean away any corrosion.
3. Inspect the brake caliper guide pin boots for cuts, tears, or deterioration. If damaged, replace the brake caliper guide pin boots.
4. Inspect the brake caliper piston boot for deterioration. Replace if damaged.
5. Install a large C-clamp (1) over the body of the brake caliper (3), with the C-clamp ends against the rear of the caliper body and against an old
inboard brake pad (2) or a wood block installed against the caliper pistons.
6. Tighten the C-clamp (1) evenly until the caliper pistons are compressed completely into the caliper bores.
7. Remove the C-clamp and the old brake pad or wood block from the caliper.
8. Install the brake pad retainers to the caliper bracket.
9. Install the brake pads (1) to the caliper bracket.
10. Pivot the brake caliper (1) downward, over the brake pads and into the caliper bracket.
Important: If reusing the lower caliper pin bolt, the threads of the lower caliper pin bolt and the threads of the caliper bracket mounting
holes must be free of residue and debris prior to application of threadlocker in order to ensure proper adhesion and fastener retention.
11. If reusing the caliper pin bolts, prepare the bolt and the threaded hole for assembly:
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Thoroughly clean the residue from the bolt threads by using denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
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Thoroughly clean the residue from the threaded holes by using denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
