C 3500 Truck 2WD V8-6.6L DSL Turbo VIN 1 (2002)
Brake Caliper: All Technical Service Bulletins
Brakes/Wheels - Excessive Debris Build Up
Bulletin No.: 04-05-23-005
Date: June 22, 2004
INFORMATION
Subject:
Availability of Rear Wheel Mud Flaps to Reduce Debris Build-up on Rear Brake Calipers and/or Rear Wheels
Models:
1999-2004 Chevrolet Silverado Pickup Models
1999-2004 GMC Sierra Pickup Models
This bulletin is to inform dealers of the release of rear wheel mud flaps. The above models that are exposed to extensive off-paved roads may benefit
from the mud flaps. The mud flaps have been developed to minimize the amount of stones and/or mud that can impact and collect on the rear caliper
and/or wheel rim.
Please advise customers that the installation of these mud flaps and following the recommended off-road driving information provided in their Owner's
Manual should greatly reduce the possibility of accelerated rear brake component wear and/or rim damage.
Install the mud flap forward of each rear wheel using the following procedure.
Important:
Always work from outboard to inboard, drilling one hole at a time and securing with a fastener. Follow the sequence of the procedure. This
will prevent distortion of the mud flap.
1.
Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle.
2.
Locate the pickup box side panel rear brace.
3.
Remove the existing outboard upper fastener on the brace.
4.
Install the mud flap through the "V" of the brace. Install the previously removed fastener in the hole (2) of the mud flap to the brace. Do not
tighten the fastener at this time.
5.
Using the mud flap as a template, locate and mark the location of the hole (1) in the pickup box wheel house.
