OEM 2005 Chevrolet SSR Brake Pad

2005 Chevrolet SSR Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the front brake pads on 2005 Chevrolet SSR?

  A: After checking brake fluid in the master cylinder reservoir make sure it stays between the allowable level points. If the fluid is higher than normal use an extractor device to lower it to the midpoint. Lift the vehicle and take off the tire wheel combination. Pinch the Brake Caliper Piston toward the caliper body by placing big c-clamps over the brake housing opposite the pad and turning it until the piston reaches the fitting point where you can remove the c-clamp. First remove the lower bolt fixing the guide pin. Elevate the brake caliper until it stops. Then take out the brake pads from both the caliper bracket and caliper assembly along with their retaining clips. Use denatured alcohol to wipe away all foreign substances from the brake caliper. While fitting new brake pads replace both brake caliper retention clips with fresh units. Secure them directly to the brake caliper mounting bracket and the brake caliper itself ensuring complete seating of the clip inside the caliper. Fit the brake pads from inside and outside. Place the brake caliper downward. Thread and tighten the lower brake caliper guide pin bolt at 42 nm (31 ft. Lbs.). Put back the tire and wheel unit, drop the car, then top up the brake master cylinder. End your braking sequence by pressing the brake pedal gently with force until the brake pads settle into place and develop their new surface Brake Pad.