Rear disc brakes aren't a common find in a Saturn VUE. Drum brakes are usually efficient for small passenger cars. However, if your Saturn VUE is one of the few with rear disc brakes, read further to learn how to replace them.
Instructions
- 1
Drain approximately half of the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir. Use a syringe or suction gun to siphon the brake fluid and empty it into an approved sealed container.
2Lift the rear of the Saturn VUE from the ground with a car jack. Support the vehicle on all sides with jack stands to prevent it from tipping. Keep small animals and children out of the area when you replace the rear disc brakes.
3Remove the rear tires from the Saturn VUE. Loosen the lug nuts with a torque wrench and remove the wheel and tire assembly. Loosely attach the lug nuts to the hub to prevent the rotor from slipping off.
4Compress the caliper 1mm with a large C-clamp. Remove the C-clamp and set is aside for later use. Secure the flat side of the caliper guide pins with a wrench and remove the caliper guide pin bolts. Take the caliper off the mounting bracket and secure it to the frame with mechanical wire.
5Take out the brake pads followed by the brake pad retainers. Clean the hardware that contacts the brake pads to remove debris and corrosion with brake parts cleaner. Inspect the brake caliper guide pins and boots for damage and replace if necessary.
6Retract the piston all the way into the bore with a spanner wrench. Lubricate the areas of the mounting bracket that contact the brake pads with a high-temperature silicone lubricant. Install the brake pads and brake pad retainers to the caliper bracket.
7Release the piston from the mechanical wire and position it over the disc brake pads. Replace the caliper guide pin bolts and torque to 25 ft. lb. Replace the wheel and tire assembly and lower the VUE to the ground.
