Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Sierra and 2002 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir
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
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
Raise and support the vehicle
Remove the tire and wheel assembly

Fig 1: Installing C-Clamp Over Brake Caliper - Rear

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
Slowly tighten the C-clamp until the pistons are pushed into the caliper bores enough to remove the caliper from the pads
Remove the C-clamp from the caliper

Fig 2: View Of Brake Hose To Caliper - Rear

Clean all dirt and foreign material from the brake hose end
IMPORTANT: Install a rubber cap or plug to the exposed brake pipe fitting end to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination
Remove the brake hose to caliper bolt from the brake caliper
Remove the brake hose from the caliper
Remove and discard the 2 copper brake hose gaskets. These gaskets may be stuck to the brake caliper housing or the brake hose end

Fig 3: Locating Caliper Guide Pin Bolts

Remove the caliper guide pin bolts
Remove the brake caliper from the vehicle
Inspect the caliper assembly. Refer to Brake Caliper Inspection