Regal V6-3.8L VIN K (1997)
CAUTION: Do not move the vehicle until a firm brake pedal is obtained. Failure to obtain a firm pedal before moving vehicle may result in
personal injury.
NOTICE: Do not allow calipers to hang from flexible hoses. Doing so can damage the hoses.
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Two-thirds of the brake fluid from master cylinder.
2. Raise vehicle and suitably support.
3. Mark relationship of wheel to hub.
4. Tires and wheels. Install two wheel nuts to retain rotor.
5. Push piston onto caliper bore to provide clearance between linings and rotor.
A. Install a large C-clamp over top of caliper housing and against back of outboard shoe.
B. Slowly tighten C-clamp until piston is pushed into the caliper bore enough to slide the caliper off rotor.
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If C-clamp is tightened too far, the outboard shoe will be deformed and require replacement.
6. Brake hose bolt attaching inlet fitting only if caliper is to be removed from vehicle for unit repair (overhaul). If only brake pads are being replaced,
there is no need to disconnect inlet fitting.
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Plug openings in caliper housing and pipe to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
7. Caliper bolts.
8. Caliper housing from rotor and caliper bracket.
Inspect
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Bolt boots for cuts, tears, or deterioration.
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Replace if damaged. Refer to "CALIPER BRACKET."
