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Removal Procedure

WARNING:

Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

WARNING:

Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning .

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Fig 1: Brake Pipe Fitting
    GM2714184Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Disconnect the brake pipe fitting (1) from the brake hose.
  5. Cap the brake pipe fitting to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
  6. Remove the brake hose retaining clip.
  7. Fig 2: Front Strut Assembly Pinch Bolt
    GM2713397Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Remove the front strut assembly pinch bolt (1) from the steering knuckle and brake hose bracket.
  9. Fig 3: Brake Hose Fitting Bolt
    GM2713396Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Remove the brake hose fitting bolt (1) .
  11. NOTE:

    Do not reuse the brake hose fitting gaskets.

  12. Remove and discard the brake hose fitting gaskets (2) from the brake hose fitting (3) .
  13. Remove the brake hose.