C 1500 Truck 2WD V6-4.3L VIN X (2003)
13. Remove the caliper guide pin bolts (15 series pickups).
14. Remove the caliper guide pin bolts (25/35 series pickups).
15. Remove the brake caliper from the vehicle.
16. Inspect the caliper assembly. Refer to Brake Caliper Inspection.
Installation Procedure
Important: Use denatured alcohol to clean the outside surface of caliper boot before installing new brake pads.
1. If you are installing new brake pads, use a C-clamp in order to compress the piston to the bottom of the caliper bore. Use the old brake pad, a
metal plate or a wooden block across the face of the piston in order to protect the piston and the caliper boot.
Important: Use a small flat-bladed tool and lift the inner edge caliper boot next to the piston to release any trapped air.
2. Ensure that the piston boot is below the level of the piston face.
3. Install the caliper to the caliper mounting bracket.
