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Removal Procedure

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    NOTE: Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic's wire, or equivalent, whenever it is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible brake hose is still connected. Failure to support the caliper in this manner will cause the flexible brake hose to bear the weight of the caliper, which may cause damage to the brake hose and in turn may cause a brake fluid leak.
  1. Remove the brake caliper from the mounting bracket and support the brake caliper (2) with heavy mechanic's wire (1), or equivalent. Do NOT disconnect the hydraulic brake flexible hose from the caliper. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Rear (RPO J65, JL9) .
    2. Fig 1: View Of Brake Caliper And Caliper Bracket
    GM178630Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the brake pads from the brake caliper bracket (3).
  3. Remove the brake pad retainers from the brake caliper bracket (3).
  4. Remove the brake caliper bracket bolts (1).
    5. Fig 2: Locating Caliper Mounting Brackets
    GM680323Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the rear brake caliper bracket.
  6. Use a wire brush to remove any rust and debris from the brake caliper bracket.
  7. Inspect the brake mounting and hardware. Refer to Disc Brake Hardware Replacement - Rear .
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