HHR L4-2.4L (2010)
2. Install the brake caliper guide pin bolts (1) and tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb ft).
Note: Do not reuse the copper brake hose gaskets.
3. Assemble the brake hose fitting bolt (1) and the brake hose fitting gaskets (2) to the brake hose (3).
4. Install the brake hose assembly to the brake caliper. Tighten the bolt to 40 Nm (30 lb ft).
5. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) (See: Brake Bleeding/Service and Repair)Hydraulic
Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) (See: Brake Bleeding/Service and Repair).
6. Remove the wheel nuts retaining the brake rotor to the wheel hub.
7. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (See: Maintenance/Wheels and Tires/Service and Repair).
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
10. Slowly release the brake pedal.
11. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 9-10 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
Rear Brake Caliper Replacement
Rear Brake Caliper Replacement
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning (See: Service Precautions/Technician Safety Information/Brake Dust Warning).
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning (See: Service Precautions/Technician Safety Information/Brake Fluid Irritant Warning).
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. Remove the console rear trim plate. Refer to Console Rear Trim Plate Replacement (See: Body and Frame/Interior Moulding /
Trim/Console/Service and Repair/Console Rear Trim Plate Replacement).
