- Clean the following components:
- Place a container below the master cylinder in order to catch the brake fluid.
- Use a siphon in order to remove the brake fluid from the reservoir.
- Remove the 2 brake pipes from the master cylinder.
- Allow any residual brake fluid from the master cylinder to drain into the container.
- Push the 2 brake pipes into the master cylinder ports.
- Fill the master cylinder reservoir with GM Vehicle Care® Brake and Clutch Fluid Super DOT-4, GM P/N 88958860, or the equivalent DOT-4 brake fluid. Allow the fluid to flow out of the reservoir until the fluid is free of air
- Tighten the 2 flare nuts to 14 N·m (10 lb ft).
- Remove the 2 front calipers. Refer to Front Brake Caliper Replacement.
- Drain the brake fluid from the calipers into a container.
- Install the 2 front calipers. Refer to Front Brake Caliper Replacement.
- Remove the 2 rear calipers. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Replacement.
- Drain the brake fluid from the calipers into a container.
- Install the 2 rear calipers. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Replacement.
- Bleed the brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding.
| • | The brake fluid reservoir cap |
| • | The brake fluid reservoir |
| • | The master cylinder |
| • | The brake pipes around the master cylinder |
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning in the Preface section.
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution in the Preface section.
Warning: Refer to DOT 4 Brake Fluid Warning in the Preface section.
Caution: When adding fluid to the brake fluid reservoir or to the clutch fluid reservoir, use only Super DOT-4 or equivalent DOT-4 brake fluid from a clean, sealed container. This polyglycol brake fluid is hygroscopic and absorbs moisture. Do not use fluid from an open container that may be contaminated with water. Improper or contaminated fluid could result in damage to the system components.
Note: Ensure the brake fluid level stays above half-full.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
