Installation (Rear)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Sierra, 2002 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2002 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2002 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Do not use never seize type products on the caliper V-ways and/or anchor plate guide way surfaces.
- Apply high temperature silicone brake lubricant to the caliper and the anchor plate sliding surfaces. Do not apply lubricant to the brake pad hardware.
- Install the brake pads to the caliper. See BRAKE PADS .
- Install the caliper assembly to the mounting plate.
- Inspect the brake caliper/mounting plate wear adjustment. See BRAKE CALIPER MOUNTING PLATE WEAR ADJUSTMENT under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTION.
- Install the spring and the support key using a brass punch and a hammer to drive the support key into place. See Figure .
- Install the caliper lock mounting bolt. See Figure . The boss on the bolt must fit into the circular cutout in the key. Tighten the caliper lock mounting bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Remove the rubber cap or plug from the exposed brake pipe fitting end.
- With the weight of the vehicle on the suspension assemble and install the brake hose to caliper bolt, the 2 NEW copper brake hose gaskets and the brake hose to the brake caliper. Tighten the brake hose bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Ensure that the brake hose does not make contact with any part of the suspension or the wheel. If the hose makes contact remove the hose and correct the condition.
- Fill the brake master cylinder to the proper level. See MASTER CYLINDER RESERVOIR FILLING under BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM.
- Bleed the hydraulic brake system. See MANUAL BLEEDING or PRESSURE BLEEDING under BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM.
- Install the tire and the wheel assembly.
NOTE:
Install 2 NEW copper brake hose gaskets. See Figure
. Ensure that the brake hose is not twisted and is not in contact with any suspension component.