Grand Prix V6-3.8L SC VIN 1 (1997)
the manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require
thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors)
on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and the joint clamping force, and may
damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you
avoid damage to parts and systems.
1. Bottom piston into caliper bore, using a C-clamp if new brake pads are to be installed.
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Using C-clamp, clamp piston at the same time with a metal plate or wooden block across face of piston. Take care not to damage piston or
caliper boot.
Important: After bottoming piston, lift inner edge caliper boot next to piston and press out any trapped air. Boot must lay flat below the level
of the piston face.
2. Two retainers to caliper bracket.
3. Pads to caliper bracket.
Important: Wear sensor is on the outside pad. Sensor is positioned at the leading edge (upward) of the pad during forward wheel rotation.
NOTICE: Use care to avoid damaging pin boot when rotating caliper.
4. Caliper down onto pads.
5. Lower caliper bolt.
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Tighten caliper bolts to 85 Nm (63 ft. lbs.).
6. Remove wheel nuts securing rotor to hub.
7. Tires and wheels.
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Align previous marks on wheel and hub.
8. Lower vehicle.
9. Fill master cylinder to proper level with clean brake fluid.
10. Apply approximately 778 N (175 lbs.) force three times to brake pedal to seat pads.
11. Burnish pads and rotors. Refer to "BURNISHING PADS AND ROTORS."
Burnishing Pads and Rotors
After brake pads have been replaced and/or rotors have been refinished, it is recommended that the new braking surface be broken in, or "burnished."
This can be accomplished by making 20 stops from 48 km/h (30 mph) using medium to firm pressure. Take care to avoid overheating the brakes.
