OEM 2004 Chevrolet Venture Brake Pad

2004 Chevrolet Venture Brake Pad Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the rear brake pads on 2004 Chevrolet Venture?

  A: Start by checking the brake master cylinder reservoir fluid level first. When the fluid shows above midway between high and low marks replace it until fluid stands at that level. Lift your vehicle for access before taking out the tire and wheel. Place 2 wheel nuts on the rotor before tightening a c-clamp down on the back of outboard brake pads until the Brake Caliper Piston pushes into its bore. Turn the c-clamp tight while pushing the brake caliper down to reach brake pads without needing to remove it from its bracket. Disconnect the Brake Pad set 9 and 10 from the caliper bracket. Protect both components with an old Brake Pad between them before pushing the piston all the way into the bore using a c-clamp. Both Brake Caliper Bolt boots and Brake Caliper Piston boot must be inspected for damage or decay. If unhealthy, replace them with new components. Check the caliper bolts for signs of corrosion and use fresh ones when required. Clean the caliper surface with denatured alcohol before pressing the piston to the bottom using a c-clamp and protection block. Position Brake Pad retainers correctly on the caliper bracket while placing the wear sensor at the leading edge of the outer pad. Install the brake pads 9 and 10 above their retainers and over the caliper bracket while raising the caliper upward with heavy wire. Put high temperature silicone lube onto the bolt and boot before installing the upper caliper bolt and torquing it to 44 nm (32 ft. Lbs.). Place the wheels on the rotor by unthreading the wheel nuts then attach them to the wheel. Lower the vehicle and refill the brake system with clean fluid until it reaches the specified level. Keep the vehicle stationary until you attain a strong Brake Pedal reaction when pumping the pedal three-fourths of a full stroke. Finally, perform pad and rotor surface smoothing processes.