GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

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


    Object Number: 177186  Size: SH
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Remove the rear brake caliper bracket with the rear brake caliper. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement .
  4. Remove the rear brake rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement .
  5. Inspect the park brake shoe and lining. If it exhibits any of the following conditions, then it requires replacement :
  6. • Excessive wear indicated by the park brake lining being worn down to the shoe
    • Brake lining cracking
    • Oil or fluid contamination of the brake lining
  7. Install the rear brake rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement .
  8. Install the rear brake caliper with the rear brake caliper bracket. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement .
  9. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  10. Lower the vehicle.