G6 V6-3.9L VIN 1 (2006)
Brake Pad: Service and Repair
Brake Pads Replacement - Front
Brake Pads Replacement - Front
Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution in Service Precautions.
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution in Service Precautions.
Removal Procedure
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, 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. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
5. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
6. Install and firmly hand tighten 2 wheel nuts to opposite wheel studs in order to retain the rotor to the hub.
7. Remove the brake caliper lower guide pin bolt (1).
8. Push the disc brake caliper piston into the caliper bore using an old inner disc brake pad and a disc brake piston installation tool.