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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2005OPTRA (CANADA) L4-2.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLDISC BRAKE SYSTEMSERVICE AND REPAIRREAR BRAKE BACKING PLATE REPLACEMENT
2005 Chevrolet Optra (CANADA) L4-2.0L
Rear Brake Backing Plate Replacement
2005 Chevrolet Optra (CANADA) L4-2.0LSECTION Rear Brake Backing Plate Replacement
Rear Brake Backing Plate Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the caliper mounting bracket.
2. Remove the rotor detent screw.
3. Remove the rotor.
4. Remove the rear ABS sensor connector.
5. Remove the hub bolts and hub.
6. Remove the upper return spring, lower return spring and adjuster assembly.
7. Remove the retaining spring plate, spring and retaining spring pin.
8. Remove the parking brake shoe.
9. Remove the parking brake cable pin and cable from the backing plate.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the parking brake cable to the backing plate and lock the pin.
2. Install the retaining spring pin, parking brake shoe, retaining spring and retaining spring plate.
3. Install the adjuster assembly, lower return spring and upper return spring.
Notice:
Refer to Fastener Notice Fastener Notice.
4. Install the hub with bolts.
Tighten the hub bolts to 65 Nm (48 lb ft).
5. Connect the ABS sensor connector.
6. Install the rotor with a detent screw.
Tighten the rotor detent screw to 4 Nm (35 lb in).
7. Install the caliper mounting bracket with bolts.
Tighten the caliper bracket mounting bolts to 56 Nm (41 lb ft).
8. Install the wheel.
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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.