GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Blazer - 4WD - RHD 🢒 Brakes 🢒 Disc Brakes 🢒 Rear Disc Brake Pads Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 787456 Size: SH
  1. Inspect the brake fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
  2. 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 brake master cylinder reservoir.

    3. Object Number: 787455 Size: SH
  3. If the brake fluid level is higher than midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, remove the brake fluid to the midway point with the appropriate tool before proceeding.
  4. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle In General Information.
  5. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.

    6. Object Number: 127 Size: SH
  6. Compress the front caliper.
    7. • Install a large C-clamp over the top of the brake caliper housing and against the back of the outboard brake pad.
    • Slowly tighten the C-clamp until the piston completely compressed into the brake caliper bore.

    Object Number: 787525 Size: SH
  7. Remove the brake caliper mounting bolt, upper shown.

    8. Object Number: 357034 Size: SH
  8. Remove the brake caliper assembly.

    9. Object Number: 748557 Size: SH
  9. Remove the brake pads.
  10. Clean the brake caliper mounting bracket with denatured alcohol.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 748557 Size: SH
  1. Install the brake pads.

    2. Object Number: 357034 Size: SH
  2. Install the brake caliper assembly.

    3. Object Number: 787525 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the brake caliper mounting bolt, upper shown.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the brake caliper mounting bolt to 35 N·m (26 lb ft).

  4. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  5. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  6. Refill the brake master cylinder to the proper level. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling in Hydraulic Brakes.
  7. Burnish the new brake pads. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing .