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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2000 🢒 Grand Am 🢒 Brakes 🢒 Drum Brakes 🢒 Wheel Cylinder Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 142296 Size: SH
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the wheel cylinder bolts (2).
  3. Remove the wheel cylinder (3).
  4. Clean the old sealant from the backing plate where the wheel cylinder was installed.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 142296 Size: SH
  1. Apply Loctite® GM P/N 12345382 or equivalent to the wheel cylinder shoulder face that contacts the backing plate.
  2. Position the wheel cylinder (3) and hold the wheel cylinder in place.

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the wheel cylinder mounting bolts (2).

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the wheel cylinder mounting bolts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

  4. Install the bleeder valve (1).

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the bleeder valve to 13 N·m (115 lb in).

  5. Install the backing plate. Refer to Brake Backing Plate Replacement .
  6. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  7. Bleed the wheel cylinder. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding in Hydraulic Brakes.
  8. Lower the vehicle.