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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2005OPTRA (CANADA) L4-2.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLDISC BRAKE SYSTEMBRAKE PADSERVICE AND REPAIRREAR DISC BRAKE PADS REPLACEMENT
2005 Chevrolet Optra (CANADA) L4-2.0L
Rear Disc Brake Pads Replacement
2005 Chevrolet Optra (CANADA) L4-2.0LSECTION Rear Disc Brake Pads Replacement
Rear Disc Brake Pads Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair.
2. Remove the rear tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation Service and Repair.
Important:
Caliper removal is not necessary to service the brake pads.
3. Remove the lower caliper guide pin bolt.
4. Pivot the caliper upward.
5. Remove the brake pads.
Installation Procedure
1. Measure the minimum brake pad thickness. Refer to Brake Pad Inspection Testing and Inspection.
2. Install the brake pads into the caliper.
3. Push the piston inward, if necessary.
Notice:
Refer to Fastener Notice Fastener Notice.
Important:
Avoid damaging the piston seal while pivoting the caliper housing downward.
4. Pivot the caliper housing downward and install the bolt.
Tighten the lower caliper mounting bolt to 27 Nm (20 lb ft).
5. Install the rear tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation Service and Repair.
6. Lower the vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.