Chevrolet Trax: Front brake rotor replacement
Special Tools
- CH-41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit
- CH-42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
WARNING: Refer to Brake Dust Warning .
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and
Installation .
Fig. 60: Brake Caliper Bracket Bolts
NOTE: Do not reuse the brake caliper bracket bolts.
- Remove and discard the brake caliper bracket bolts (1).
CAUTION: Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic wire, or
equivalent,
whenever it is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible
brake hose is still connected. Failure to support the caliper in this
manner will cause the flexible brake hose to bear the weight of the
caliper, which may cause damage to the brake hose and in turn may
cause a brake fluid leak.
- Remove the brake caliper and bracket as an assembly and support with
heavy mechanics wire.
Fig. 61: Brake Rotor Bolt
- Remove the brake rotor bolt (1).
Fig. 62: Brake Rotor
- Remove the brake rotor (1).
Installation Procedure
- If installing a new brake rotor, clean the friction surfaces of the
brake rotor with denatured alcohol.
- Using the CH-42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit , thoroughly clean any
rust or corrosion from the
mating surface of the hub/axle flange.
- Using the CH-41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit , thoroughly clean any rust or
corrosion from the mating
surface of the rotor to the hub/axle flange.
Fig. 63: Brake Rotor
- Install the brake rotor (1).
Fig. 64: Brake Rotor Bolt
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
- Install the brake rotor bolt (1) and tighten to 9 N.m (80 lb in)
- Position the brake caliper and bracket assembly over the brake rotor and
to the steering knuckle.
Fig. 65: Brake Caliper Bracket Bolts
- Install new brake caliper bracket bolts (1) and tighten to 160 (118 lb
ft).
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and
Installation .
- Burnish the brake pads and rotors. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor
Burnishing.
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Special Tools
CH-41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit
CH-42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
WARNING: Refer to Brake Dust Warning .
Removal Procedure
WARNING: Refer to Brake Dust Warning .
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Whee
NOTE:
Brake rotor thickness variation MUST be checked BEFORE checking for
assembled lateral runout (LRO). Thickness variation exceeding the
maximum acceptable level can cause brake pulsation. Refe
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Diagnostic Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this
diagnostic procedure.
Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic
approach.
Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each
diagnostic category
DTC Descriptor
DTC
The battery is not rechargeable. To
replace the battery:
Caution
When replacing the battery, do
not touch any of the circuitry on
the transmitter. Static from your
body could damage the
transmitter.
Extend the key blade and open
the battery cover on the back of
the transmitter by prying with a