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Removal Procedure

WARNING:

Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning .

CAUTION:

Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution .

  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. Remove the front disc brake pads. Refer to Front Disc Brake Pads Replacement (J64) .
    5. Fig 1: Brake Hose Fitting Bolt
    GM2713393Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Remove the brake hose fitting bolt (1).
  6. Cap the brake caliper inlet port to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
    7. NOTE:

    Do not reuse the brake hose fitting gaskets.

  7. Remove and discard the brake hose fitting gaskets (2) from the brake hose (3).
  8. Cap the brake hose fitting to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
    9. Fig 2: Brake Caliper Bolts
    GM2713394Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    The brake caliper bolts must be replaced any time they are removed. Do not reuse the brake caliper bolts.

  9. Remove and discard the brake caliper bolts (1).
  10. Remove the brake caliper.
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