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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1522 (DISC BRAKE SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSDISC BRAKE HARDWARE REPLACEMENT - REARINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Caliper Mounting Bolt, Bracket, Boot & Slid Pins

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Install the caliper pin boots (4) to the disc brake caliper mounting bracket.
Lubricate the caliper pins (5) with high temperature silicone lubricant.
Install the caliper pins to the disc brake caliper mounting bracket (3).

Fig 2: View Of Brake Pads, Brake Pad Retainers, & Caliper Bracket

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Install the brake pad retainers (1) to the caliper bracket.
Install the brake pads (2) to the caliper bracket.
Install the disc brake caliper to the mounting bracket.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
Install the disc brake caliper bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the disc brake caliper bolts to 31 N.m (23 lb ft).

Apply and release the brake pedal 3/4 stroke as many times as necessary in order to obtain a firm brake pedal.

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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.