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Removal Procedure

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CAUTION: Refer to Brake Dust Caution in Cautions and Notices.
CAUTION: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution in Cautions and Notices.
    Fig 1: View Of Tire & Wheel Assembly
    GM1253298Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
    2. Fig 2: View Of Brake Hose
    GM1339849Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the brake hose from the brake caliper.
    3. Fig 3: View Of Brake Hose Gaskets & Bolt
    GM1360988Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: When removing the brake hose bolt from the brake caliper, ensure that the copper gaskets are not stuck to the brake caliper or the brake hose.
  3. Remove the copper gaskets from the brake hose and bolt.
  4. Discard the copper gaskets. DO NOT reuse them, replace with NEW copper gaskets.
  5. Using a rubber plug or equivalent, plug the end of the brake hose to prevent excessive brake fluid loss and contamination.
    6. Fig 4: View Of Brake Caliper Pin Bolts
    GM1241367Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the brake caliper slide pin bolts.
    7. Fig 5: Identifying Brake Caliper
    GM1241368Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the brake caliper from the mounting bracket.
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