OEM 2004 Cadillac SRX Brake Disc

2004 Cadillac SRX Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the front brake disc on 2004 Cadillac SRX?

  A: Raise the vehicle and its parts before taking off the front wheel and tire assembly. The brake caliper must stay supported by heavy mechanic's wire at all times when you separate it from its mount because it keeps the hydraulic flexible brake hose safe. Don't disconnect the hose attached to your brake caliper unit. Detach the caliper and bracket unit from the suspension knuckle without putting tension on the hydraulic brake flexible hose. Line-up the Brake Disc correctly with the wheel studs before extracting its mounting screw and the Brake Disc. Remove all rust and dirt from hub/axle flange and Brake Disc layers by using sanding disc (E 61772) and caliper removal tool (J 42450-A). Check both mating areas before you attach the Brake Disc correctly to the hub using the matchmark. Thread the Brake Disc mounting screw in place and pressurize it at 14 nm (124 inch lbs. Torque). When installing a Brake Disc that was removed during repair tasks measure its lateral runout in assembled position to test disc brake quality. If the lro result fails to meet the standards normalize it to reach full performance standards. Place the brake caliper and bracket pieces onto the suspension knuckle afterwards you can replace the tire and wheel assembly on the vehicle. When done lower the vehicle and if needed you should surface the brake pads and discs.