Monte Carlo V6-3.8L SC VIN 1 (2004)
1. Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
2. If the brake fluid level is midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, then no brake fluid needs to be removed from
the reservoir before proceeding. If the brake fluid level is higher than midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level,
then remove brake fluid to the midway point before proceeding.
3. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
4. Remove the rear tire and the wheel assembly.
5. Install a hand tightened lug nut to retain the rotor to the hub.
6. Compress the caliper piston enough for clearance. Use a C-clamp (3).
7. Remove the upper caliper bolt (2).
Notice: Use care to avoid damaging pin boot when rotating caliper.
8. Pivot the caliper down in order to access the pads. It is not necessary to remove the caliper.
9. Remove the brake pads (2) from the caliper bracket.
10. Remove the 2 pad clips (1) from the caliper bracket.
