Yukon/Denali XL 1500 4WD V8-5.3L VIN T (2004)
7. Remove the rubber cap or plug from the exposed brake hose fitting end.
Important: Install 2 New copper brake hose gaskets.
8. Assemble the 2 New copper brake hose gaskets and the brake hose to caliper bolt to the brake hose.
9. Connect the brake hose at the caliper by installing the brake hose to caliper bolt.
Tighten the brake hose to caliper bolt to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
10. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) in
Antilock Brake System.
11. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
12. Lower the vehicle.
13. Fill the master cylinder reservoir to the proper level with clean brake fluid. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling in Hydraulic Brakes.
Brake Caliper Overhaul - Rear
Brake Caliper Overhaul - Rear (15 Series)
Disassembly Procedure
Caution: Refer to Brake Dust in Service Precautions.
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant in Service Precautions.
Caution: Do not place your fingers in front of the piston in order to catch or protect the piston while applying compressed air. This could result in
serious injury.
1. Remove the brake caliper from the vehicle. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Rear (1500 Series) or Brake Caliper Replacement - Rear (2500
Series).
2. Place a thin piece of wood in front of the piston in order to prevent damage. Remove the piston by directing compressed air into the brake hose
inlet fitting port of the brake caliper housing.
