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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Rear Brake Caliper
    GM1290040Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Mark the position of the rear wheels relative to the wheel hubs and remove the wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Fig 2: View Of Caliper Mounting Bolts And Brake Hose Attachments
    GM1290042Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Brake Dust Caution .
    CAUTION: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution .
  4. Remove the fitting and the washers that attach the brake hose to the caliper.
  5. Disconnect the brake hose. Plug the openings in the caliper and the brake hose to prevent fluid loss or contamination.
  6. Remove the caliper mounting bolts.
  7. Remove the caliper.