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2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, Standard

Removal Procedure

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Removal Procedure
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CAUTION: Refer to Brake Dust Caution .
  1. Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
  2. If the brake fluid level is midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, then no brake fluid needs to be removed from the reservoir before proceeding. If the brake fluid level is higher than midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, then remove brake fluid to the midway point before proceeding.
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  4. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
    5. Fig 1: Locating Caliper Components
    GM709232Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Using a C-clamp installed to the center of the outer disc brake pad and the back of the caliper, slowly compress the caliper piston into its bore just enough to remove the caliper from the mounting bracket (5).
    6. NOTE: Refer to Brake Caliper Supporting To Prevent Hose Damage Notice .
  6. Remove the disc brake caliper bolts (1).
  7. Remove the disc brake caliper (3) from the mounting bracket.
  8. Remove the disc brake pads (6) and (8) from the disc brake caliper bracket.
  9. Remove the disc brake pad retainers from the disc brake caliper bracket.
  10. Remove the disc brake caliper bolt boots (4) from the caliper mounting bracket.
  11. Lightly wire brush all brake pad contact areas in order to remove any corrosion.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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  • • 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.