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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2009 🢒 Uplander Ext. 🢒 Preface 🢒 Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions 🢒 Rear Brake Caliper Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning in the Preface section.

    Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning in the Preface section.

    Warning: Refer to Park Brake Cable to Caliper Warning in the Preface section.

    Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution in the Preface section.

  1. Inspect the 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 reservoir before proceeding.
  3. 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.
  4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  5. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.

    6. Object Number: 732929 Size: SH
  6. Release tension from the park brake system at the equalizer.

    7. Object Number: 717002 Size: SH
  7. Disconnect the front and rear cables from one another at the connector clip (2).
  8. Disconnect the park brake cable from the park brake lever on the brake caliper.
  9. Remove the park brake cable from the caliper bracket.

    10. Object Number: 420701 Size: SH
  10. Remove brake hose to caliper bolt.
  11. Remove the brake hose from the brake caliper.
  12. Remove and discard the 2 copper brake hose gaskets. These gaskets may be stuck to the brake caliper and/or the brake hose end.
  13. Plug the opening in the brake caliper and brake hose to prevent fluid loss and/or contamination.
  14. Remove the brake caliper bolts.
  15. Remove the brake caliper.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 105774 Size: SH
  1. Align the indents on the piston face (2) to match the pin on the brake pad.
  2. Inspect the bracket bolt guide assembly. Refer to Rear Disc Brake Hardware Replacement.
  3. Inspect the brake pad hardware and replace, if necessary.
  4. Install the brake caliper (1) onto the caliper bracket ensuring that the guide boots are not damaged.

    5. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  5. Install the brake caliper bolts and tighten to 34 N·m (25 lb ft).
  6. Remove the plugs in the brake hose end.

    7. Note: Install NEW copper brake hose gaskets.

  7. Assemble the brake hose bolt and the NEW copper brake hose gaskets to the brake hose.

    8. Object Number: 420701 Size: SH
  8. Install the brake hose to caliper bolt to the brake caliper and tighten to 40 N·m (30 lb ft).

    9. When installing the rear brake hose to caliper, hold the hose up while tightening.

  9. Install the park brake cable into the park brake bracket on the caliper.
  10. Connect the park brake cable to the park brake lever on the brake caliper.

    11. Object Number: 1715698 Size: SH

    Note: Maintain proper rear park brake cable routing and clearances. Verify the rear park brake cables have a minimum of 10 mm and a maximum of 12 mm of clearance to the wheel drive shafts (1). Maintain this clearance using retention straps or equivalent retention (2).

  11. Install the park brake cable routing bracket, if removed.

    12. Object Number: 732929 Size: SH
  12. Bleed the brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding.
  13. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
  14. Slowly release the brake pedal.
  15. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 12-13 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
  16. Adjust the park brake system. Refer to Park Brake Adjustment.
  17. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
  18. Lower the vehicle.