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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDEDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 611 (DISC BRAKE SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFRONT DISC BRAKE PADS REPLACEMENT (JE5, JL9)REMOVAL PROCEDURE
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended

Removal Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Removal Procedure
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WARNING: Refer to Brake Dust Warning .
  1. Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
  2. If the brake fluid level is midway between the maximum full point and the minimum allowable level, no brake fluid needs to be removed from the reservoir before proceeding.
  3. If the brake fluid level is higher than midway between the maximum full point and the minimum allowable level, remove brake fluid to the midway point before proceeding.
  4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  5. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  6. Install a C-clamp against the outer brake pad and the rear of the brake caliper body.
  7. Slowly tighten the C-clamp until the brake caliper pistons are compressed into the brake caliper bores.
    8. Fig 1: Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolts
    GM1969851Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Using a backup wrench on the brake caliper guide pin, remove the brake caliper guide pin bolts (1).
    9. Fig 2: Brake Pads
    GM1969852Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the brake caliper and support with heavy mechanics wire or equivalent.
  10. Remove the outer brake pad (1).
  11. Remove the inner brake pad (2).
  12. Remove the brake pad springs.
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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.