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Removal Procedure

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CAUTION: Refer to Brake Dust Caution .
    Fig 1: View Of Brake Caliper & Caliper Bracket
    GM178630Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the brake caliper from the mounting bracket and support the brake caliper (2) with heavy mechanic's wire (1), or equivalent. It is not necessary to disconnect the hydraulic brake flexible hose from the caliper. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (JL9)  or Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (J65) .
    2. Fig 2: Exploded View Of Rear Brake Caliper Components
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  2. Remove the brake pads (9, 10) from the brake caliper bracket (12).
  3. Remove the brake pad retainers (11) from the brake caliper bracket (12).
  4. Remove the brake caliper bracket (12). Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement .
  5. Mount the brake caliper bracket (12) in a vise.
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