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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 6.5 FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 565 (DISC BRAKE SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBRAKE CALIPER REPLACEMENT - REARINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 F

Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 FSECTION Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Identifying Caliper Bolt Components

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Ensure that the caliper bolt bushings (4) and the caliper bolt boots (3) are properly installed.

Fig 2: View Of Brake Caliper Bracket

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Install the brake caliper (1) to the brake caliper bracket (2).

Fig 3: View Of Caliper, Pin, Boots & Caliper Mounting Bracket

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lubricate the brake caliper bolt shaft. Do not lubricate the threads.
lubricate the brake caliper bolt boots (4) in the brake caliper bracket (3).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the brake caliper bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the brake caliper bolts to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
Use a flat-bladed tool in order to install the brake caliper bracket boot over the shoulder of the brake caliper bolt.
Remove the plugs in the brake hose end.

Fig 4: Identifying Brake Hose & Components

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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.