Grand Prix V6-3.8L SC VIN 1 (1997)
7. Caliper bolts.
8. Caliper housing from rotor and caliper bracket.
Inspect
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Caliper bracket boots for cuts, tears or deterioration.
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Replace if damaged. Refer to "CALIPER BRACKET."
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Piston boot for cuts, tears, or deterioration. If damaged, replace boots. Refer to "CALIPER UNIT REPAIR."
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Caliper bolts for corrosion or damage.
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If corrosion is found, use new parts including bushings when installing caliper.
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Do not attempt to polish away corrosion.
INSTALL OR CONNECT
NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application.
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. Caliper over rotor and caliper bracket.
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Make sure bushings are in place.
2. Lubricate caliper bolts using silicone grease.
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Do not lubricate threads.
3. Lubricate two rubber boots in caliper bracket using silicone grease.
4. Caliper bolts.
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Using a flat bladed tool push boot over shoulder of caliper bolt. Boot must be securely in groove of caliper bolt.
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Tighten caliper Bolts to 43 Nm (32 ft. lbs.).
5. Brake hose bolt.
Important: Replace copper gaskets.
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Tighten brake hose bolt to 44 Nm (32 ft. lbs.).
6. Remove wheel nuts securing rotor to hub and bearing.
7. Tires and wheels.
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Align previous marks on wheel and hub and bearing.
8. Lower vehicle.
9. Fill master cylinder to proper level with clean brake fluid.
10. Bleed the entire brake system.
Caliper Bracket
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Caliper. Refer to "CALIPER."
Important: It is not necessary to disconnect the brake hose form the caliper. Support or hang the caliper. Do not let the caliper hang from the
brake hose.
2. Caliper bracket bolts.
3. Caliper bracket.
4. Boots from bracket.
Inspect
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Bracket for cracks. Replace if necessary.
INSTALL OR CONNECT
NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application.
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.
Important: Apply a few drops of loctite(R) or equivalent to threads of mounting bolt before installing.
1. Lubricated new boots with silicone grease.
