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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2006G6 GTP, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1439 (DISC BRAKE SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSREAR BRAKE CALIPER REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, Standard

Installation Procedure

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Inspect the caliper slide boots for cuts, tears, or deterioration. If damaged, replace the slides and boots. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Hardware Replacement .
    2. Fig 1: View Of Brake Caliper Pin Bolts
    GM1335465Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Install the brake caliper to the brake caliper bracket.
    3. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  3. Install the 2 brake caliper pin bolts and tighten to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).
    4. Fig 2: View Of Park Brake Cable & Caliper
    GM1312047Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Install the park brake cable to the caliper.
    5. Fig 3: View Of Rear Brake Hose Banjo Bolt & Brake Caliper
    GM1335522Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Remove the caps or plugs from the brake caliper opening and the brake hose.
    6. NOTE:

    DO NOT reuse the copper brake hose gaskets.

  6. Install NEW copper brake hose gaskets to the brake hose-to-caliper bolt and to the brake hose.
  7. Install the brake hose and the brake hose-to-caliper bolt to the brake caliper and tighten the bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
  8. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) , Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) .
  9. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
  10. Slowly release the brake pedal.
  11. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 9 and 10 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
  12. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  13. Lower the vehicle.
  14. Apply and release the park brake lever 4 times.
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  • • 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.
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