K 3500 Truck 4WD V8-6.6L DSL Turbo VIN 1 (2001)
Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement Rear (35 Series)
Removal Procedure
1. Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
2. If the brake fluid level is midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, no brake fluid needs to be removed from the
reservoir before proceeding.
3. If the brake fluid level is higher than midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, remove brake fluid to the
midway point before proceeding.
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
5. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
6. Inspect the caliper operation.
7. Using a C-clamp, compress the brake caliper pistons.
8. Loosen the brake caliper mounting bolts. Do not remove.
9. Remove the brake caliper bracket mounting bolts.
10. Remove the brake caliper and bracket as an assembly.
11. Remove the brake caliper mounting bolts from the caliper bracket.
12. Remove the brake caliper from the bracket.
13. Inspect the caliper assembly.
14. Suspend the caliper from the frame with heavy gauge wire. Do not allow the caliper to hang from the brake hose.
15. Remove the brake pads from the mounting bracket.
16. Remove the anti-rattle clips from the mounting bracket.
17. Inspect the bracket for cracks and/or damage. Replace if necessary.
18. Inspect the bracket bushings for damage and/or wear. Replace the bushings if necessary.
19. Perform the following procedure to replace the bushings.
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Insert a flat bladed tool between the bushing flange and the surface of the bracket.
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Work the tool around the bushing flange and remove the bushing from the bracket.
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Place a socket over the boot onto the bushing flange and install the bushing to the bracket.
Installation Procedure
