OEM 2003 Cadillac CTS Brake Dust Shields

2003 Cadillac CTS Brake Dust Shields Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to replace the front brake dust shields on 2003 Cadillac CTS?

  A: Start your brake shield replacement work by lifting and stabilizing the vehicle. Take off the wheel and tire unit. Supporting the brake caliper with strong mechanic wire during detachment from its mount is necessary to prevent damage of the hydraulic hose and brake fluid leakage. Take both the brake caliper and its bracket away from the suspension knuckle while keeping the hydraulic brake hose tension free. You should uninstall the wheel bearing from the Steering Knuckle and detach the Brake Dust Shields afterwards. During preparation install the wheel bearing flange onto the brake rotor surface to stop rust and particles from causing wheel runout and brake vibration. The Wheel Hub resurfacing kit tool number j 42450-a removes all dirt and debris from the Wheel Hub surface. Wash off all surfaces on the Steering Knuckle and Brake Dust Shields before placing the Brake Dust Shields into their position on the Steering Knuckle. Install both components as an assembly to the suspension knuckle after you put the wheel bearing back in place. Put the tire and wheel combination onto the protected surface then lower the vehicle.