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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 in General Information.
  5. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  6. Install a C-clamp over the body of the brake caliper, with the C-clamp ends against the rear of the caliper body and the outboard disc brake pad.
    7. Fig 1: Installing C-Clamp Over Brake Caliper - Rear
    GM687185Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Slowly tighten the C-clamp until the pistons are pushed into the caliper bores enough to remove the caliper from the pads.
  8. Remove the C-clamp from the caliper.
  9. Clean all dirt and foreign material from the brake hose end.
    10. IMPORTANT: Install a rubber cap or plug to the exposed brake pipe fitting end to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
  10. Remove the brake hose to caliper bolt from the brake caliper.
  11. Remove the brake hose from the caliper.
    12. Fig 2: View Of Brake Hose To Caliper - Rear
    GM363420Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove and discard the 2 copper brake hose gaskets. These gaskets may be stuck to the brake caliper housing or the brake hose end.
  13. Remove the caliper guide pin bolts.
    14. Fig 3: Removing Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolts - Rear (1500 Series)
    GM913489Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Remove the brake caliper from the vehicle.
  15. Inspect the caliper assembly. Refer to Brake Caliper Inspection .
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