Brake Caliper Inspection; Brake Caliper Overhaul (Front) - GMC chervolet camaro 1999 Service Manual

Brakes
8. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel
Removal and Installation (Wheel Installation) in
Tires and Wheels.
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. While the engine is running, pump the brake
pedal slowly and firmly three times in order to
seat the inner and outer pads.
11. Check the brake hydraulic system for leaks.
Brake Caliper Inspection
Check the calipers for outward signs of leaking fluid
and cracked or damaged piston boots. Also check for
excessive corrosion in the brake pad guiding
surface. All other types of caliper inspections should
be performed during unit repair.
Brake Caliper Overhaul (Front)
Disassembly Procedure
Important:
• Replace all the components included in ttie repair
kits used to service this brake caliper.
• Lubricate the rubber parts with clean brake fluid to
make assembly easier.
• If any hydraulic component is removed or
disconnected, it may be necessary to bleed all or
part of the brake system.
• Replace the brake pads in axle sets only.
• The torque values specified are for dry,
unlubricated fasteners.
• Perform the service operations on a clean bench,
free from all mineral oil materials.
Disc Brakes 5-71
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