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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2006G6 GTP, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 679 (DISC BRAKE SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSREAR DISC BRAKE PADS REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, Standard

Installation Procedure

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: View Of Retracting Piston Into Caliper Bore
    GM1365685Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Inspect the following brake components for damage and corrosion:
    • Brake caliper guide pin bolts
    • Brake caliper guide pins
    • Brake caliper guide pin bushing
    • Brake caliper bracket boots
    • Brake caliper bracket
  2. Do not attempt to clean away any corrosion. If damaged or corroded replace the necessary components. Refer to Disc Brake Hardware Replacement - Rear , and Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement .
  3. Inspect the brake caliper piston boot for deterioration, replace if damaged. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Overhaul .
  4. Use a piston installation tool in order to twist the brake caliper piston into the brake caliper bore.
    5. Fig 2: View Of Brake Pads And Brake Caliper Mounting Bracket
    GM1335587Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the brake pad retainers (2) to the brake caliper mounting bracket (3).
  6. Install the brake pads (1) to the brake caliper mounting bracket (3).
    7. Fig 3: View Of Lower Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt
    GM1387173Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Pivot the brake caliper downward, over the brake pads and into the caliper bracket.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  8. Install the brake caliper guide pin bolt to the brake caliper guide pin.

    Tighten:  Tighten the brake caliper guide pin bolt to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).

  9. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  10. Lower the vehicle.
  11. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
  12. Slowly release the brake pedal.
  13. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 15 and 16 until a firm brake pedal apply is obtained; this will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
  14. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir to the proper level. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling .
  15. Apply and release the park brake pedal 4 times.
  16. Burnish the pads and rotors. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing .
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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.
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