CTS V8-5.7L VIN P (2004)
Tighten the brake rotor mounting screw to 14 Nm (124 inch lbs.).
6. If the brake rotor was removed and installed as part of a brake system repair, measure the assembled Lateral Runout )LRO) of the brake rotor to
ensure optimum performance of the disc brakes.
7. If the brake rotor assembled LRO measurement exceeds the specification, bring the LRO to within specifications.
8. Install the brake caliper and the brake caliper bracket as an assembly to the suspension knuckle.
9. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
10. Lower the vehicle.
11. If the brake rotor was refinished or replaced, or if new brake pads were installed, burnish the pads and rotors.
Rear
Brake Rotor Replacement - Rear
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Tools Required
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J 2619-01 Slide Hammer With Adapter
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J 41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit
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J 42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit
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J 46277 Rotor Removal Tool
Removal Procedure
1. Check to be sure that the park brake is released.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
3. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
4. Notice: Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic's wire, or equivalent, whenever it is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible
brake hose is still connected. Failure to support the caliper in this manner will cause the flexible brake hose to bear the weight of the caliper, which
may cause damage to the brake hose and in turn may cause a brake fluid leak.
Important: Do NOT disconnect the hydraulic brake flexible hose from the caliper.
Remove the brake caliper and the caliper mounting bracket as an assembly from the suspension knuckle and support the assembly with heavy
mechanic's wire, or equivalent. Ensure that there is no tension on the hydraulic brake flexible hose.
5. Match-mark the position of the brake rotor to the wheel studs.
6. Remove the brake rotor mounting screw.
7. Remove the brake rotor. Do not force the rotor off. If the rotor is difficult to remove, ease it off by gently rotating it as you pull outward.
8. If the brake rotor cannot be removed perform the following: