CTS V6-2.8L (2006)
12. Carefully insert a plastic flat-bladed trim tool between the rotor and outboard brake pad.
13. Carefully apply pressure to the outboard brake pad until both caliper outer pistons are fully compressed into the bores.
14. Remove the brake pads (1) from the caliper.
Installation Procedure
1. Inspect the brake caliper guide pins. If damaged, or corroded replace the guide pin. Do not attempt to clean away any corrosion.
2. Inspect the brake caliper piston boot for damage and/or deterioration, replace if damaged or deteriorated.
3. Install the brake pads (1) to the caliper.
4. Install the upper caliper guide pin (2) through the caliper, inner and outer brake pads.
5. Using a hammer and punch seat the upper guide pin (2) to the outer caliper half. Ensure that the caliper guide pin is seated into the outer caliper
pin seat.
6. Install the brake pad retainer (1) under the upper caliper pin assembly.
7. Rotate brake pad retainer (1) down.
8. Carefully apply pressure downward on the lower end of the brake pad retainer.
9. Carefully install the lower caliper guide pin (2) through the caliper, inner and outer brake pads.
10. Using a hammer and punch seat the upper guide pin (2) to the outer caliper half. Ensure that the caliper guide pin is seated into the outer caliper
pin seat. Ensure that the brake pad retainer is centered retaining both brake pads.
11. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
12. Lower the vehicle.
13. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
14. Slowly release the brake pedal.
15. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 15 and 16 until a firm brake pedal apply is obtained; this will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake
pads.
16. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir to the proper level. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling.
17. Burnish the pads and rotors. Refer to Burnishing Pads and Rotors.
