STS AWD V8-4.6L VIN A (2006)
7. Tighten the C-clamp evenly until the caliper pistons are compressed into the caliper bores enough to allow the caliper to slide past the brake rotor.
8. Remove the C-clamp from the caliper.
9. To loosen the brake caliper lower pin bolt, hold the brake caliper guide pin with a wrench.
10. Remove the brake caliper pin bolt.
11. Pivot the brake caliper body (1) upward and secure the caliper out of the way with heavy mechanic's wire or equivalent. Ensure that there is no
tension on the hydraulic brake flexible hose. Do NOT disconnect the hydraulic brake flexible hose from the caliper.
Notice: Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic's wire, or equivalent, whenever it is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible
brake hose is still connected. Failure to support the caliper in this manner will cause the flexible brake hose to bear the weight of the caliper, which
may cause damage to the brake hose and in turn may cause a brake fluid leak.
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.
