Grand Prix V6-191 3.1L VIN M SFI (1998)
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
4. Install the caliper bolts (1). Use a screwdriver in order to push the bolt boot over the shoulder of the caliper bolt. Ensure that the bolt boot fits
securely in the groove of the pin bolt.
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Tighten the caliper bolts to 85 Nm (63 ft. lbs.).
IMPORTANT: Replace the copper gaskets.
5. Install the brake hose bolt, if removed.
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Tighten the brake hose bolt to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
6. Remove the wheel nuts securing the rotor to the hub.
7. Install the tires and the wheels. Align the previous marks on the wheel and the hub.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Fill the master cylinder to the proper level with clean brake fluid.
10. Bleed the caliper if the inlet fitting was removed. Refer to Brake Bleeding.
11. Apply approximately 778 N (175 lb) of force to the brake pedal after bleeding, if necessary.
12. Inspect the hydraulic brake system for brake fluid leaks.
Brake Caliper Replacement (Rear)
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove two-thirds of the brake fluid from the master cylinder.
2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
3. Mark the relationship of the wheel to the hub and bearing.
4. Remove the tires and the wheel. Install two wheel nuts in order to retain the rotor.
5. Push the piston (7) onto the caliper bore (2) in order to provide clearance between the linings and the rotor. Complete the following steps:
5.1. Install a large C-clamp over the top of the caliper housing (15) and against the back of the outboard pad (9).
5.2. Slowly tighten the C-clamp until the piston (7) is pushed into the caliper bore (2) enough in order to slide the caliper (15) off the rotor. Do
not overtighten the C-clamp. Overtightening will deform the outboard shoe (9).
