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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.
  7. Release tension from the park brake system at the equalizer.
  8. Fig 2: View Of Front Brake Cable Connected To Right Rear Cable
    GM717002Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Disconnect the front and rear cables from one another at the connector clip (2).
  10. Disconnect the park brake cable from the park brake lever on the brake caliper.
  11. Remove the park brake cable from the caliper bracket.
  12. Fig 3: Brake Hose To Caliper View
    GM420701Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Remove brake hose to caliper bolt.
  14. Remove the brake hose from the brake caliper.
  15. Remove and discard the 2 copper brake hose gaskets. These gaskets may be stuck to the brake caliper and/or the brake hose end.
  16. Plug the opening in the brake caliper and brake hose to prevent fluid loss and/or contamination.
  17. Remove the brake caliper bolts.
  18. Remove the brake caliper.