Avalanche 1500 2WD V8-5.3L (2008)
Important: Cap or plug the brake pipe to prevent brake fluid leakage and contamination of the brake system.
8. Remove the brake hose to caliper bolt. Position the brake hose to the side.
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Ensure that the copper gaskets are not attached to the brake caliper or the brake hose.
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DO NOT re-use the copper gaskets, replace with NEW.
9. Remove and discard the 2 copper brake hose gaskets.
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DO NOT use any air tools to remove or tighten the guide pin bolts. Use hand tools only.
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Install an open end wrench to the guide pin and hold it in line with the caliper while removing or installing the caliper bolts. DO NOT
allow the wrench to come in contact with the brake caliper. Allowing the wrench to come in contact with the brake caliper will cause a
pulsation when the brake is applied.
10. Using an open end wrench to back up the caliper guide pin, remove the guide pin bolt
11. Remove the brake caliper from the mounting bracket.
