Wheel Cylinder Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 GMC Sierra, 2008 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2008 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Wheel Cylinder

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Callout	Component Name
CAUTION: Refer to Brake Dust Caution . CAUTION: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution . Preliminary Procedures Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation . Remove the brake shoes. Refer to Brake Shoe Replacement .
1	Brake Pipe Fitting NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tip: Cap the brake pipe fitting to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination. Tighten: 19 N.m (14 lb ft)
2	Wheel Cylinder Bolt (Qty: 2) Tighten: 18 N.m (13 lb ft)
3	Wheel Cylinder Procedure Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) . Adjust the drum brakes. Refer to Drum Brake Adjustment . Fill the master cylinder reservoir to the proper level. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling .