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Removal Procedure

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  1. Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
  2. If the brake fluid level is midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, no brake fluid needs to be removed from the reservoir before proceeding.
  3. If the brake fluid level is higher than midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, remove brake fluid to the midway point before proceeding.
  4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  5. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
    6. Fig 1: Adjusting Park Brake Tension At Equalizer Assembly
    GM732929Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Release the park brake cable tension at the equalizer.
    7. Fig 2: View Of Front Brake Cable Connected To Right Rear Cable
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  7. Disconnect the front and rear cables at the connector clip (2).
  8. Disconnect the park brake cable from the park brake lever on the brake caliper.
  9. Remove the park brake cable from the caliper bracket.
    10. Fig 3: Brake Hose To Caliper View
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  10. Remove brake hose to caliper bolt.
  11. Remove the brake hose from the brake caliper.
  12. Remove and discard the 2 copper brake hose gaskets.
  13. Plug the opening in the brake caliper and brake hose to prevent fluid loss contamination.
  14. Remove the brake caliper bolts.
  15. Remove the brake caliper.
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