Suburban 3/4 Ton 4WD V8-305 5.0L (1986)
4.
Place dust seal and tool over piston bore, then work large lip of boot into seal groove, Fig. 8. Ensure dust seal is fully seated.
Fig. 8 Installing piston in caliper
5.
Lubricate caliper piston and insert through tool. Center piston in bore and use a hammer handle to apply pressure to install piston halfway into
bore, Fig. 8.
6.
Remove tool J-24548 and seat small lip of boot in caliper piston groove, then bottom piston in bore.
Installation
For additional information see Installation Notes. See: Fundamentals and Basics
Fig. 6 Exploded View
1.
Clean and lubricate sliding surfaces of caliper and the anchor plate with Delco Silicone Lube, P/N 5459912, or equivalent.
2.
Install inboard brake pad anti-rattle spring on brake pad rear flange, and ensure looped section of clip is facing away from rotor.
3.
Install inboard brake pad in steering knuckle.
4.
Install outboard brake pad in caliper. Ensure pad flange is seated fully into outboard arms of caliper. It may be necessary to use a C-clamp to seat
the pad.
5.
Place caliper assembly over rotor and position in steering knuckle. Ensure dust boot is not torn or improperly positioned by inboard brake pad
during caliper installation.
