Part Description: 2007 Cadillac XLR Formula 100 Series™ OEM Brake Pads
Vehicle Fitment
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FAQ for Brake Pad Set Repair
Q: What is the recommended torque when installing the brake caliper guide pin bolts?
A:
You can tighten the bolts to 31 N.m (23 lb-ft).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: Why is burnishing the brake pads and brake rotors necessary?
A:
The purpose is to ensure that the braking surfaces are properly prepared after service has been performed on the disc brake system.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What is the recommended torque when installing the upper brake caliper guide pin bolt?
A:
You can tighten the brake caliper guide pin bolt to 31 N.m (23 lb-ft).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What can be used to support the brake caliper?
A:
You can use heavy mechanic wire, or equivalent, whenever it is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible brake hose is still connected.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What is important while accelerating the vehicle to 48 km/h (30 mph)?
A:
It is important to use care to avoid overheating the brakes while performing this step.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What should you raise before removing the tire and wheel assembly?
A:
You should raise and suitably support the vehicle.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
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FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: What is the removal procedure for the front brake caliper?
A:
You can remove the tire and wheel assembly, the Brake Caliper inlet fitting bolt, the brake hose, the two copper brake hose gaskets, the brake caliper guide pin bolts, and the brake caliper.
Q: What is the purpose of burnishing the brake pads and brake rotors?
A:
The purpose is to ensure that the braking surfaces are properly prepared after service has been performed on the disc brake system.