Rear Disc Brake Pads: Removal
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 12 other vehicles, including the 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada, 1999 GMC Sonoma, 1999 GMC Jimmy, 1999 GMC Envoy, and 1999 Chevrolet S10 Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
IMPORTANT:
Do not disconnect the brake hose from the caliper.
- Remove the caliper. Refer to REAR BRAKE CALIPER NOTE: Do not allow the brake components to hang from the flexible brake hoses. Damage to the brake hoses could result.
- Suspend the caliper with wire.
- Remove the brake pads from the caliper bracket.
- Inspect the caliper bracket boots for the following conditions
- Cuts
- Tears
- Deterioration
- Replace the bracket boots if damage exists.
- Inspect the piston boot for the following conditions:
- Cuts
- Tears
- Deterioration
- Replace the piston boot if damage exists. Refer to REAR BRAKE CALIPER OVERHAUL
- Inspect the caliper bolts for corrosion or damage. If corrosion exists, use new components (including bushings) when installing the caliper. Do not attempt to polish away the corrosion.