OEM 2007 Buick Terraza Brake Pad

2007 Buick Terraza Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the front disc brake pads on 2007 Buick Terraza?

  A: Before changing the front disc brake pads start by checking the brake master cylinder reservoir fluid level. Drain out fluid until it reaches the midway mark when the reservoir fluid level tops above this point. Drop the vehicle and take off its wheel and tire. Secure the brake rotor with two wheel nuts before clamping down the c-clamp until the Brake Caliper Piston extends completely into its bore to allow pad removal. Apply mechanic wire to support the brake caliper without harming the hydraulic brake hose during its removal process. Lift up the brake caliper to reach both brake pads that need to be removed with the Brake Pad retainers below the Brake Caliper Bracket. Place wood or the removed Brake Pad between the piston and c-clamp before exerting force to push the Brake Caliper Piston through its hole. Look for cuts, tears, leaks, or signs of wear on both brake caliper guide pin boots and Brake Caliper Piston boot before replacing them when damage is present. If brake caliper guide pins show signs of deterioration or damage you need to replace them with new parts. For Brake Pad replacement clients should use alcohol to cleanse the caliper outer boot area then utilize a protected c clamp to push the piston to caliper base before putting Brake Pad retainers into the caliper mounting surface with the wear detector tip toward the trailing edge of the outer pad. Set the brake pads over retainers then onto the caliper bracket while you apply high temp brake silicone lube to the brake caliper guide pin parts and boot assembly. Lower the caliper onto the pads. Put in the lower caliper guide pin first and tighten to 54 n.m (40 lb ft). Next take off the two rotor wheel nuts then put on the tire and wheel before lowering the vehicle. Add new brake fluid to reach proper fluid level in the master cylinder. Press the Brake Pedal 3/4 of its full movement to get a solid feedback while taking care of the pads and rotors surface.