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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 441 (DISC BRAKE SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBRAKE PADS REPLACEMENT - FRONTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Install new anti-rattle clips to the brake caliper mounting bracket.
  2. Install the disc brake pads to the brake caliper mounting bracket.
    • Install the inner pad, 1 wear indicator.
    • Install the outer pad, 2 wear indicators.
  3. Install the brake caliper. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Front .
    4. Fig 1: View Of Disc Brake Pads & Brake Caliper Mounting Bracket
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  4. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  5. Remove the safety stands.
  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of it's travel distance.
  8. Slowly release the brake pedal.
  9. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 7-8 until a firm pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
  10. Fill the master cylinder reservoir to the proper level with clean brake fluid. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling in Hydraulic Brakes.
  11. Burnish the disc brake pads and rotors. Refer to Burnishing Pads and Rotors .
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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