Sunfire L4-144 2.4L DOHC VIN T SFI (2001)
Brake Caliper: Service and Repair
Brake Caliper Replacement
Brake Caliper Replacement
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, 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 support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
4. Mark the relationship of the wheel to the hub and bearing assembly in order to ensure proper wheel balance upon reassembly.
5. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Reinstall 2 wheel nuts in order to retain the rotor to hub and bearing assembly.
6. Install a large C-clamp over the top of the caliper housing and against the back of the outboard shoe. Slowly tighten the C-clamp until the piston is
pushed into the caliper bore enough in order to slide the caliper assembly off the rotor.
7. Remove the bolt that attaches the inlet fitting (5). Plug the exposed inlet fitting (5) in the caliper housing and the brake hose in order to prevent
fluid loss and contamination.
8. Remove the caliper mounting bolts (1) and sleeve assemblies.