Sierra Classic 1500 4WD V8-5.3L (2007)
Brake Hose/Line: Service and Repair
Rear Brake Hose Replacement (Caliper)
Rear Brake Hose Replacement (Caliper)
Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution.
Notice: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice.
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Clean all dirt and foreign material from the brake hose and brake pipe fittings.
4. Important: Install a rubber cap or plug to the exposed brake pipe fitting ends in order to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
Use a backup wrench on the hose fitting end (1), disconnect the brake pipe fitting (2) from the brake hose (1), then cap or plug the brake pipe
fitting end.
5. Remove the brake hose retaining clip (3) from the hose mounting bracket.
6. Remove the brake hose (1) from the mounting bracket.
7. Remove the brake hose to caliper bolt from the brake caliper.
8. Remove the brake hose from the brake caliper.
9. Remove and discard the 2 copper brake hose gaskets. These gaskets may be stuck to the brake caliper housing or the brake hose end.
Installation Procedure
