OEM 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Brake Pad

2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Brake Pad Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the rear brake pads on 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?

  A: To rotate the rear brake pads one must first engage with inspecting the available fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir; if it is at or above the midway point between the maximum-full and minimum allowable levels, remove fluid, to get to that midway point lift the vehicle and then remove the rear tire and wheel assembly. Put on a hand-tightened lug nut to keep the rotor to the hub, and compress the caliper piston with a c-clamp for clearance. Remove the upper caliper bolt, while making sure not to tear the pin boot while spinning the caliper. Support the brake caliper using heavy mechanic's wire to ensure hydraulic flexible brake hose does not carry the weight of break caliper. Depress the caliper in order to access the pads without pulling it out, then remove the brake pads and the 2 pad clips from the caliper bracket. Check the mounting hardware of the caliper and dust boot for cuts and tears or signs of deterioration and substitute the damaged parts. Check the bolts of the calipers for corrosion, and change them to new ones if needed. To install (bottom the piston into the bore of the caliper using a C-clamp and an old Brake Pad or wooden block to keep from damaging the parts). Install the 2 retainers to the caliper bracket making sure that the wear sensor faces the trailing side of outside pad. Mount the pads to the caliper bracket and then swing the caliper up over the pads. Apply silicone grease on the bolt and bolt boot, after which elevate the upper caliper bolt and tighten it to 44 nm (32 ft. Lbs.). Demount the lug nut wheel that holds the rotor, add the rear tire and wheel assembly and lower the vehicle. Gradually engaging the brake pedal to about 2/3 travel while the engine is off, then gradually releasing the pedal, will neutralize most steering problems on all trucks. Wait for 15 seconds and repeat the steps until a firm brake pedal is attained in order to ensure that the brake caliper pistons and pads are seated. Last, but not least, top off the brake master cylinder reservoir, and burnish the pads and rotors.