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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2006G6 GTP, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 840 (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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Bottom the piston into the caliper bore.
Use a C-clamp before installing new brake pads in order to compress the piston. Use an old brake pad or wooden block across the face of the piston to avoid damage to the piston or the caliper boot.

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Brake Pads & Clips
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the 2 retainers (1) to the caliper bracket.
IMPORTANT: The wear sensor is on the outside pad. The sensor is positioned at the trailing or downward edge of the pad during forward wheel rotation.
Install the pads (2) to the caliper bracket.
Swing the caliper (3) upward in position around the pads.

Fig 2: View Of Upper Caliper Bolt - Rear
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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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.