Buick Regal: Rear Brake Rotor Replacement
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WARNING: Brake Dust Warning.
Preliminary Procedures
CAUTION: Brake Caliper Supporting to Prevent Hose Damage Caution
NOTE: Do NOT disconnect the brake hoses from the calipers.
1. Remove the brake caliper assembly and support with heavy mechanics wire. Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (GNC)Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (GNQ).
2. Rear Disc Brake Pads Replacement (GNC)Rear Disc Brake Pads Replacement (GNQ).
3. Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement (GNC)Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement (GNQ).
- Rear Brake Rotor Bolt
CAUTION: Fastener Caution
Tighten 9N.m (80 lb in) - Rear Brake Rotor
Procedure- Whenever the brake rotor has been separated from the hub/axle flange, any rust or contaminants should be cleaned from the hub/axle flange and the brake rotor mating surfaces.
- Always replace brake rotors in axle sets. After brake rotor replacement it is essential to replace the brake pads in axle sets.
FRONT BRAKE SHIELD REPLACEMENT
Removal Procedure
WARNING: Brake Dust Warning
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly.
3.
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Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly(1) - Remove.
4.
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Front Brake Shield (1) - Remove.
Installation Procedure
1.
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Front Brake Shield (1) - Install.
2.
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Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly(1) - Install.
3. Install the front tire and wheel assembly.
REAR BRAKE SHIELD REPLACEMENT
Removal Procedure
WARNING: Brake Dust Warning
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3.
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Rear Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly(1)Remove.
4.
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Rear Brake Shield(1) - Remove
Installation Procedure
1.
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Rear Brake Shield(1) - Install.
2.
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Rear Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly(1) Install.
3. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
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Description and Operation
DISC BRAKE SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
System Component Description
The measurement used to identify the brake system indicates the minimum wheel
size that must be
installed. For example: If a 1
Specifications, Schematic Wiring Diagrams
SPECIFICATIONS
FASTENER SPECIFICATIONS
Single Use Non-Threaded Fasteners/Components
NOTE:
All fasteners/components listed in this table MUST BE DISCARDED and replaced
with NEW after removal.
Applicati
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Driving on Wet Roads
Rain and wet roads can reduce
vehicle traction and affect your
ability to stop and accelerate.
Always drive slower in these types
of driving conditions and avoid
driving through large puddles and
deep-standing or flowing water.
Warning:
Wet brakes can cause crashes.
They might not work as well in
Front Brake Hose Replacement (JQ5)
Removal Procedure
WARNING: Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
WARNING: Use of eye goggles is necessary to prevent personal injury.
CAUTION: Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution.
1. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly.
2.
Front Brake Pipe Fitting(1)@Front Brake Hose(3) - Re
