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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN K2500, 6.0 UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 735 (DISC BRAKE SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSDISC BRAKE HARDWARE REPLACEMENT - REARINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 6.0 U

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 6.0 USECTION Installation Procedure

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Lubricate the caliper bracket bushings and slide pins with high temperature silicone brake lubricant.
Install the slide pin boots (4) to the caliper bracket.

Fig 1: Caliper Mounting Bolt, Bracket, Boot & Slid Pins
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Install the slide pins (5) to the caliper bracket (3).

IMPORTANT: Use denatured alcohol to clean the outside surface of caliper boot before installing new brake pads.

If installing NEW brake pads, use a C-clamp (1) in order to compress the piston to the bottom of the caliper bore (3). Use the old brake pad (2), a metal plate or a wooden block across the face of the piston in order to protect the piston and the caliper boot.

Fig 2: Compressing Caliper Piston

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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.