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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 5.0 MREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 892 (DISC BRAKES)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFRONT BRAKE CALIPER REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Passenger Extended, 5.0 M
Installation Procedure
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Passenger Extended, 5.0 MSECTION Installation Procedure
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- Install the brake caliper to the vehicle.
- Refer to FASTENER NOTICE
in Cautions and Notices.
Install the brake caliper mounting bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts to 108 N.m(80 lb ft).
- Remove the rubber cap or plug from the exposed brake hose fitting end.
- Assemble the NEW copper brake hose gaskets and the brake hose inlet fitting bolt to the brake hose.
- Install the brake hose inlet fitting bolt to the brake caliper.
Tighten
Tighten the inlet fitting bolt to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
- Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) , Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) in Hydraulic Brakes.
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the safety stands.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Fill the master cylinder reservoir to the proper level with clean brake fluid. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling in Hydraulic Brakes.
IMPORTANT:
Install NEW copper brake hose gaskets.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.