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Removal Procedure

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  1. Set the parking brake in Service Mode.
    1. Install a scan tool.
    2. Turn the ignition ON with the engine OFF.
    3. Select Electronic Brake Control Module.
    4. Select Control Functions.
    5. NOTE:

      Do NOT apply any brake pressure during this step.

    6. Select Rear Brake Caliper Piston Retract.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
  3. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  4. Disconnect the parking brake actuator electrical connector.
  5. Release the wiring harness from the parking brake actuator and position aside.
  6. Fig 1: Brake Hose Fitting Bolt
    GM4281750Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Remove Brake Hose Fitting Bolt (1)
  8. Fig 2: Brake Hose Fitting Gasket And Brake Hose Fitting
    GM4281751Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Do NOT reuse the brake hose fitting gaskets.

  9. Brake Hose Fitting Gasket (1) @ Brake Hose Fitting (2) and DISCARD
  10. Cap the brake hose fitting to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
  11. Fig 3: Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt
    GM4281752Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Do NOT use any air tools to remove or install the guide pin bolts. Use hand tools ONLY.

  12. Remove Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt (1)
  13. Fig 4: Brake Caliper
    GM4281753Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  14. Remove Brake Caliper (1)
  15. Remove Parking Brake Actuator - Parking Brake Actuator Replacement