Cobalt L4-2.4L (2007)
Brake Caliper: Service and Repair
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.
5. Release the tension from the park brake cables.
With the park brake lever in the released position, using ONLY HAND TOOLS, loosen the adjusting nut (1) completely to the end of the front
cable threaded rod.
6. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
7. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
8. Install and firmly hand tighten 2 wheel nuts to opposite wheel studs in order to retain the rotor to the hub.
9. Release the park brake cable end (1) from the lever on the caliper.
10. Release the retaining tabs (4) securing the park brake cable to the bracket on the caliper.
