GMC 1986 P-Truck Service Manual page 459

£ Tighten
• Bolts to 50 N m (37 ft. lbs.)
6. Compress the pad ears to the caliper (figure 39).
Measure (Figure 40)
• The clearance between the caliper and the
steering knuckle. The clearance at each end of
the caliper should be measured individually and
added together, this total should be between 0.26
- 0.60 mm (0.010 - 0.024-inches).
7. Wheel and tire assembly, refer to WHEELS AND
TIRES (Sec. 3E).
8. Lower the vehicle.
Figure 37—Removing The Mounting Bolts
9
Im portant
• Before moving the vehicle, pump the brake
pedal several times to make sure that the
pedal is firm. Do not move the vehicle until a
firm pedal is obtained. Check the brake fluid
level in the master cylinder after pumping
the brakes.
BENDIX MODEL
Remove or Disconnect (Figures 41 and 42)
• % of the brake fluid from the master cylinder.
• Raise the vehicle and support it with suitable
safety stands.
• Mark the relationship of the wheel to the hub.
Figure 40—Caliper Clearances
BRAKES 5-39