Sierra 1500 2WD V8-5.3L VIN Z Flex Fuel (2006)
Brake Pad: Service and Repair
Brake Pads Replacement - Front
Brake Pads Replacement - Front (1500 Series)
Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution in Service Precaution.
Removal Procedure
1. Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
2. If the fluid level is midway between the maximum - full point, and the minimum allowable level, no fluid needs to be removed from the reservoir
before proceeding.
3. If the fluid level is higher than midway between the maximum - full point, and the minimum allowable level, remove fluid to the midway point
before proceeding.
4. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
5. Compress the brake caliper pistons.
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Install 2 large C-clamps over the top of the caliper housing and against the back of the outboard pad.
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Slowly tighten the C-clamps until the pistons are pushed completely into the caliper bores.
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Remove the C-clamps from the caliper.
6. Caution: Do not depress the brake pedal with the brake rotors/calipers and/or the brake drums removed. Damage to the brake system
may result. If brake system damage occurs and is not repaired, vehicle damage and/or personal injury or death may result.
Remove the lower brake caliper bolt.
