OEM 2007 Cadillac SRX Brake Pad

2007 Cadillac SRX Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the front disc brake pads on 2007 Cadillac SRX?

  A: Begin the brake pads replacement process by checking the brake master cylinder reservoir fluid level and removing fluid until it measures at the halfway mark. Place the vehicle on jacks and then remove the tire and wheel unit from its position. A large c-clamp should replace brake caliper pistons by clamping between the caliper body end and the outboard Brake Pad until the pistons fully retract. You can detach the c-clamp after loosening the brake caliper's lower pin bolt by keeping the guide pin fixed with a wrench. Protect the brake hose with a strong mechanic wire before lifting the caliper so you can safely attach the caliper above the wheel housing. Check the pad retainers by removing the brake pads. Control the guide pin boots' position on both sides while examining their condition; replace affected guide pins immediately. Replace the Brake Caliper Piston boot if it shows signs of damage during inspection. A large c-clamp will compress all caliper pistons fully but you need to remove it together with any worn pads or blocks. Position the brake caliper onto the pads before lowering it into the caliper bracket with fresh brake pads attached to retainers. Clean the threads of the lower caliper pin bolt with denatured alcohol and follow by applying threadlocker gm p/n 12345493 (Canadian P/N 10953488) to 2/3 thread length before waiting ten minutes for curing. Apply niglube(R) grease 18046532 thinly to the guide pin of the front brake caliper and embed the lower brake caliper pin bolt by 34 n.m (25 lb ft). Put back the wheel and tire and lower the vehicle before slowly pushing the brake pedal 2/3 of its length while the engine stays off. Use this method continuously until you obtain a sturdy brake pedal reaction and afterward refill the brake reservoir to the correct mark while using the pad and rotor burnishing technique.