Yukon 2WD V8-5.3L (2007)
^
Install an open end wrench to hold the caliper guide pins in line with the caliper while removing or installing the caliper. DO NOT allow
the wrench to come in contact with the brake caliper. Allowing the wrench to come in contact with the brake caliper will cause a pulsation
when the brakes are applied.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.
Use a open end wrench to hold the caliper guide pin while tightening the guide pin bolt.
Tighten the bolt to 38 N.m (28 lb ft)
5. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
8. Slowly release the brake pedal.
9. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 8-9 until a firm pedal is obtained, to properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
10. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir to the proper level with clean brake fluid. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling.
11. Burnish the brake pads and rotors. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing.
Rear Disc Brake Pads Replacement (2500 Series)
Rear Disc Brake Pads Replacement (2500 Series)
Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution.
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. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
5. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
6. Compress the brake caliper pistons.
1. Install 2 large C-clamps over the top of the caliper housing and against the back of the outboard pad.
2. Slowly tighten the C-clamp until the pistons are pushed completely into the caliper bores.
3. Remove the C-clamp from the caliper.
