GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1256206  Size: SH
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  2. Disconnect the brake line from the disc brake hose at the wheel housing bracket on each side of the vehicle.
  3. Remove the brake hose retainer.

  4. Object Number: 1256204  Size: SH
  5. Remove the rear disc brake hose retainer and the brake hose from the bracket on the steering knuckle shaft.

  6. Object Number: 1256207  Size: SH
  7. Remove the rear disc brake hose from the caliper.

Installation Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1256207  Size: SH
  1. Install the rear disc brake hose to the caliper and tighten to 32 N·m (24 lb ft).

  2. Object Number: 1256204  Size: SH
  3. Install the rear disc brake hose and the retainer on the bracket on the steering knuckle shaft.

  4. Object Number: 1256206  Size: SH
  5. Install the rear disc brake line to the brake hose on the wheel housing bracket and tighten to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).
  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. Bleed the brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding.
  8. Check the brake system for leaks.