OEM 2001 Chevrolet Camaro Brake Pad

2001 Chevrolet Camaro Brake Pad Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the front brake pads on 2001 Chevrolet Camaro?

  A: Check the brake master cylinder reservoir fluid level before starting work. If the brake fluid meter shows at the middle-point between maximum and minimum lines no bleeding is necessary but if the level is high reduce it to the middle point. Lift the vehicle and take off the tire and wheel components from the wheel hub. You should place one wheel lug nut tight against the wheel stud to connect the rotor to the hub. Place a large c-clamp over the brake caliper's body. Use it to press two parts against the caliper and an old Brake Pad or wood block against the piston ends while tightening until the caliper pistons can slide past the brake rotor. Loosen the c-clamp and then unscrew the upper brake caliper bolt. Lower the caliper body and hang it with mechanic's wire without exerting force on the hydraulic hose. Check Brake Pad retainers after breaking their distance from the pads. Instal new sliding parts if you detect damage to the caliper slide boots. Position the large c-clamp onto the brake piston to fully compress them and take it off with the pad or wooden block. Set the Brake Pad retainers in place with the Brake Pad wear sensor oriented correctly for rotation during end-to-end motion of the brake rotor. Set the brake caliper above the brake pads until it fits into the caliper bracket. Then thread and tighten the upper brake caliper guide pin bolt to 31 nm (23 ft. Lbs.). Put back the tire and wheel unit while keeping the vehicle down. Press the brake pedal slowly after turning off the engine until it hits 2/3 of its range and then release it gently. Apply the brake pedal three times in 15-second intervals until the brake pedal feels strong which positions and activates the brake caliper pistons and pads. Add brake fluid until the reservoir shows the correct measurement before thoroughly running the pads and rotors together.