Corvette V8-7.0L (2007)
14. Install the new piston dust boot seal over the piston.
15. Install the caliper piston into the caliper bore.
1. Install the boot over the end of the piston so that the fold will face toward the brake caliper housing piston bore opening.
2. Seat the boot into the brake caliper bore groove and slide the piston into the brake caliper bore.
3. Push the piston down to the bottom of the brake caliper bore.
4. Make sure the boot are properly seated into the piston groove and into the groove in the brake caliper bore.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.
16. Install the caliper bleed screw.
Tighten the caliper bleed screw to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
17. Install the caliper bleed screw cap.
18. Install the caliper to the vehicle.
Rear Brake Caliper Overhaul (J56)
Rear Brake Caliper Overhaul (J56)
Tools Required
CH-47954 Installer, Caliper Seal
Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution.
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution.
Important: Cap or plug the brake hose so as not to allow the brake system to become contaminated and to prevent fluid leaks.
1. Remove the brake caliper from the vehicle.
Important: Use a vise or holding fixture that has soft jaws to prevent damage to the aluminum body of the caliper.
2. Install the caliper in a vise.
