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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006UPLANDER FWD V6-3.5L VIN LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLDISC BRAKE SYSTEMTESTING AND INSPECTIONCOMPONENT TESTS AND GENERAL DIAGNOSTICSDISC BRAKE MOUNTING AND HARDWARE INSPECTION - REAR
2006 Chevrolet Uplander FWD V6-3.5L VIN L
Disc Brake Mounting and Hardware Inspection - Rear
2006 Chevrolet Uplander FWD V6-3.5L VIN LSECTION Disc Brake Mounting and Hardware Inspection - Rear
Disc Brake Mounting and Hardware Inspection - Rear
Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Grasp the brake caliper and try to move the brake caliper up or down. The brake caliper should not have excessive looseness.
2. Grasp the brake caliper and try to move the brake caliper in and out. The brake caliper should slide smoothly with minimal force.
3. Inspect the brake caliper retainers (1).
4. Inspect the disc brake pad mounting hardware for the following:
^ Bent mounting tabs
^ Excessive corrosion
^ Looseness at the brake caliper mounting bracket
^ Looseness at the disc brake pads
^ Missing mounting hardware
5. If any of the conditions listed are found, the disc brake pad mounting hardware requires replacement.
6. Ensure the disc brake pads are held firmly in place on the brake caliper mounting bracket, yet slide easily on the mounting hardware without binding.
7. Inspect the brake caliper bolts for the following:
^ Bent or damaged brake caliper bolts
^ Bent or damaged brake caliper mounting bracket
^ Binding
^ Corrosion
^ Cracked or torn boots
^ Looseness in the brake caliper mounting bracket
^ Missing boots
^ Seizing
8. If any of the conditions listed are found, the brake caliper mounting hardware requires replacement.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.