Cobalt L4-2.2L (2008)
3. Remove the caps or plugs from the brake caliper opening and the brake hose (3).
Important: Do not reuse the copper brake hose gaskets.
4. Install NEW copper brake hose gaskets (2) to the brake hose-to-caliper bolt (1) and to the brake hose (3).
5. Install the brake hose and the brake hose-to-brake caliper bolt to the brake caliper.
Tighten the bolt to 48 N.m (35 lb ft).
6. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) (See: Brake Bleeding/Service and Repair)Hydraulic
Brake System Bleeding (Manual) (See: Brake Bleeding/Service and Repair) .
7. Remove the wheel nuts retaining the brake rotor to the wheel hub.
8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
11. Slowly release the brake pedal.
12. Wait 15 seconds, then gradually apply the brake pedal approximately 2/3 of its travel distance again until a firm brake pedal apply is obtained.
This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
Rear Brake Caliper Replacement
Rear Brake Caliper Replacement
Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution .
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution .
Removal Procedure
1. Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder auxiliary 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. Release the park brake lever boot from the floor console by applying light pressure inward on the sides of the boot retainer, and pull the boot back.
