Installation Procedure

2011 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.6 LSECTION Installation Procedure
IMPORTANT:

Apply a high temperature silicone lubricant to all of the brake component metal contact points where the brake shoe metal contacts the backing plate, the adjuster, and the retaining springs.

    Fig 1: Park Brake Tappet And Push Rod
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  1. Install the park brake tappet and push rod.
  2. Fig 2: Park Brake Adjuster Nut And Screw
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  3. Install the park brake adjuster nut and screw.
  4. Fig 3: Park Brake Shoe Retaining Spring And Screw
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  5. Install the park brake shoe retaining spring and screw.
  6. Fig 4: Adjustment Screw, Park Brake Shoe And Retaining Spring
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  7. Install the park brake shoe (2). Refer to Parking Brake Shoe Replacement (Single Rear Wheel - 1500 series)Β , Parking Brake Shoe Replacement (Dual Rear Wheel)Β , Parking Brake Shoe Replacement (Single Rear Wheel - 2500/3500 Series)Β .
  8. Lower the vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.