K 2500 Truck 4WD V8-379 6.2L DSL VIN C FI (1989)
Fig. 7 Installing boot to caliper
5. Position dust boot in caliper counterbore and install, Fig. 7. Check the boot installation to be sure the retaining ring molded into the boot is not
bent and that the boot is installed below the caliper face and evenly all around. If the boot is not fully installed, dirt and moisture may enter the
bore and cause corrosion.
6. Install the brake hose in the caliper using a new copper gasket.
7. Install pads and caliper assembly.
Installation
For additional information see Installation Notes. See: Fundamentals and Basics
Retracting Caliper
1.
Retract piston in caliper bore and position caliper over disc, lining up holes in caliper with holes in mounting bracket. If brake hose was not
disconnected during removal, be sure not to kink it during installation.
2.
Start mounting bolts through sleeves in inboard caliper ears and the mounting bracket, making sure ends of bolts pass under ears on inboard pad.
NOTICE: If the caliper was removed for service, make sure it is installed on the correct knuckle. The caliper bleed screw should be positioned on
top of caliper when assembled on vehicle.
