Thanks for the helpful video. I never would have figured out that I needed to screw the caliper piston in rather than compress it with a c clamp. I didn't have access to the special tool so I ground away two sections of of a cheap socket so it would engage with the notches in the caliper piston and it worked just fine. The tool is the right way to go but a modified socket is another option if the tool is not available. Also note that, at least with the pads I bought, I had to align the notches in the piston with the bump on the pads or they would not open wide enough to go onto the rotor. Hope this info helps someone.
When screwing the piston / actuators back into the caliper housing are you turning it in a clockwise rotation and is it the same direction on both left and right rear calipers?
+Bill Stevenson Should go in clockwise and it will be the same on both sides. Thanks for checking out our videos! If any of our viewers need to make this repair, we carry the part shown in this video on our website. Here's a link to them. We also offer free shipping on all orders in the US. www.1aauto.com/1A/brake-pad-and-rotor-kits/Pontiac/G6/1ABFS00436?TH-cam&CTA%20Comment&ATony
+Jeffrey Forth Thanks for checking out our videos! If any of our viewers need to make this repair, we carry the part shown in this video on our website. Here's a link to them. We also offer free shipping on all orders in the US. www.1aauto.com/1A/brake-pad-and-rotor-kits/Pontiac/G6/1ABFS00436?TH-cam&CTA%20Comment&ATony
I need to know how to remove and reinstall the caliper. Where it has the emergency brake line on it am afraid I might mess something up. It would really help to see it done so I know I'm doing it right.
In the video on doing the front brakes you use a C clamp to get the piston back in; but in this video you use a special tool to do the same thing. I wish to know if there is a reason for this? should i use the tool on the front as well as the rear or should i use a C clamp for both or does it matter?
On the front brakes you can use a C clamp, the rear calipers on this vehicle are different, they require the tool shown in the video to turn the caliper piston back into the collapsed position. You should be able to get one of these tools at your local auto parts store.
thank you both very much i honestly had no clue about this tool as ive only worked on mostly older brakes that you simply pressed back in with a good c-clamp and some cardboard to avoid scoring
CAUTION! Caliper Bracket Torque is 96 lb ft (at least for the saturn aura) I followed this video back in December for my Aura and it was extremely helpful. However the caliper bracket bolt fell out last weekend on the highway causing the caliper to fall onto the rotor and make an awful grinding noise and was unsafe to drive. Reviewing my service manual which I should have checked to begin with I see that the Caliper bracket bolt torque is 96 lb ft, the caliper pins are 26 lb ft and the brake hose to caliper bolt is 37 lb ft
+Connor Classen Good point, these parts fit multiple vehicles and some require different torque specs. Make sure to consult a repair manual if you are unsure of those specs. 1aauto.com
I mean, kind of common sense that a Pontiac G6 and a Saturn Aura wouldn't have the same torque specs. They are, of course, 2 different makes, models, and trims.
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Thank you for including the torque specs on your videos very helpful and educational
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Thanks for the helpful video. I never would have figured out that I needed to screw the caliper piston in rather than compress it with a c clamp. I didn't have access to the special tool so I ground away two sections of of a cheap socket so it would engage with the notches in the caliper piston and it worked just fine. The tool is the right way to go but a modified socket is another option if the tool is not available. Also note that, at least with the pads I bought, I had to align the notches in the piston with the bump on the pads or they would not open wide enough to go onto the rotor. Hope this info helps someone.
I hope I don't run into those problems, but thanks for the heads-up =)
If you don't have the special tool, you can use a open end wrench and twist, not everyone is close to a auto parts store.
Should have scrolled the comments before asking haha thanks bud
I used a similar tool, adjustable open end wrench works good. Be careful around the boot seal
Just use pliers for the Calliper piston tool, works just fine 👍
Mine is 14mm brake bolts. Also if you don't have the tool a 14mm wrench and socket extension through the closed end works!
10 years later and perfect just what I was looking for thanks
Thanks for showing the tool. Saved my hours of yelling.
When screwing the piston / actuators back into the caliper housing are you turning it in a clockwise rotation and is it the same direction on both left and right rear calipers?
+Bill Stevenson Should go in clockwise and it will be the same on both sides. Thanks for checking out our videos! If any of our viewers need to make this repair, we carry the part shown in this video on our website. Here's a link to them. We also offer free shipping on all orders in the US. www.1aauto.com/1A/brake-pad-and-rotor-kits/Pontiac/G6/1ABFS00436?TH-cam&CTA%20Comment&ATony
Thank you brother I'm a big fan of A-1 Auto Parts
WOW, this saved the day.....BIG THANK YOU. J-
+Jeffrey Forth Thanks for checking out our videos! If any of our viewers need to make this repair, we carry the part shown in this video on our website. Here's a link to them. We also offer free shipping on all orders in the US. www.1aauto.com/1A/brake-pad-and-rotor-kits/Pontiac/G6/1ABFS00436?TH-cam&CTA%20Comment&ATony
Thank you this video was very helpful
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Thank you , excellent video, a shop was going to charge my gf $425 for this brake job , is that the average price ?
Seems a bit high to me .
I need to know how to remove and reinstall the caliper. Where it has the emergency brake line on it am afraid I might mess something up. It would really help to see it done so I know I'm doing it right.
In the video on doing the front brakes you use a C clamp to get the piston back in; but in this video you use a special tool to do the same thing. I wish to know if there is a reason for this? should i use the tool on the front as well as the rear or should i use a C clamp for both or does it matter?
On the front brakes you can use a C clamp, the rear calipers on this vehicle are different, they require the tool shown in the video to turn the caliper piston back into the collapsed position. You should be able to get one of these tools at your local auto parts store.
Great Video! Thanks
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where do i get the tool to screw in the piston? sorry if you said it in the video i dont have speakers at the moment
You should be able to purchase one online or at your local auto parts store.
Advance Auto carries it for about $10. shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/otc-drive-disconnect-brake-piston-cube-otc4589/17631649-P?searchTerm=piston+tool
thank you both very much i honestly had no clue about this tool as ive only worked on mostly older brakes that you simply pressed back in with a good c-clamp and some cardboard to avoid scoring
How do I get the emergency brake off the caliper. I can't figure out how to get it!!
CAUTION! Caliper Bracket Torque is 96 lb ft (at least for the saturn aura) I followed this video back in December for my Aura and it was extremely helpful. However the caliper bracket bolt fell out last weekend on the highway causing the caliper to fall onto the rotor and make an awful grinding noise and was unsafe to drive. Reviewing my service manual which I should have checked to begin with I see that the Caliper bracket bolt torque is 96 lb ft, the caliper pins are 26 lb ft and the brake hose to caliper bolt is 37 lb ft
+Connor Classen Good point, these parts fit multiple vehicles and some require different torque specs. Make sure to consult a repair manual if you are unsure of those specs. 1aauto.com
I mean, kind of common sense that a Pontiac G6 and a Saturn Aura wouldn't have the same torque specs. They are, of course, 2 different makes, models, and trims.
Great video. Thank you sir!
I had to replace caliper I can't figure how-to get slack in the ebrake to reattach any tricks?
Nice 60 Pontiac behind the G6.
you never took the brake fluid cap off??,, do you have to or not?
+wwwwwhwwwww You do not have to. You can if you would like to but it will not hurt anything. 1aauto.com
is the parking brake self adjusting?
what was that special tool called and how much is it.
Andrew Leech I just did the exact same job with only sockets, wrenches & knowledge
@@MrIceCream52 figured a wrench or pliers would work similarly ;)
Do you have to bleed the brake fluid after changing the break pads?
I believe bleeding the brakes is recommend anytime any brake work is perforned.. remember to bleed farthest to closest to the master cylinder.
As long as you don't open any of the lines you shouldn't have to bleed the system.
Bleeding is to get air out, if you "open" the system there is no air to let out.
Ok so is it safe to do this if I don’t have a lift
Do you sell the part for the piston ?
+dealinwithit1 We do not appear to sell that part at this time.
Thanks buddy
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Who's 60 Pontiac is that beside the G6?
Thanks prefect DIY video!
GREAT VIDEO. A few people didn't like it. Now I know why we have so many dumb people on the streets
19mm is close to 3/4", not 13/16"...
but thanks for the video!
why he start off unscrewing the bolts by hand thendecide to use a drill 🤣🤦🏽♂️