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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1988SUBURBAN R2500, 5.7 K, STANDARDLABOR TIMESOTHER VARIANTBRAKESMECHANICAL - HYDRAULICBRAKE SYSTEM (COMPLETE)REMOVE, INSTALL, AND OVERHAUL
1988 GMC Suburban R2500, 5.7 K, Standard
Brake System (Complete): Remove, Install, and Overhaul
1988 GMC Suburban R2500, 5.7 K, StandardSECTION Remove, Install, and Overhaul
WARNING: This page is about the Suburban R1500, 5.7 K, which is a different variant/trim than selected.
Includes: Overhaul Calipers and/or Wheel Cylinders. Replace Brake Shoes and/or Pads. Clean, lube and/or replace Brake Hardware as necessary. Inspect Master Cylinder, all Hoses and bleed Brake System. Adjust Brakes (where applicable).
Includes: Repack Wheel Bearings (where applicable).
DOES NOT include refinishing.| Applies To | Note | Standard Hours | Warranty Hours | Skill Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R1500, All Wheels | 3.8 | B | ||
| Combination Procedure: AXLE BEARING: Replace: | ||||
| R1500, Rear,Both,Semi-Floating Axle | 0.8 | B | ||
| R1500, Rear,One Side,Semi-Floating Axle | 0.6 | B | ||
| Combination Procedure: AXLE SEAL: Replace: Semi-Floating Axle. | ||||
| Rear,Both | 0.8 | B | ||
| Rear,One Side | 0.6 | B | ||
| Combination Procedure: BRAKE HOSE: Replace: | ||||
| Each | 0.2 | B | ||
| Combination Procedure: DISC ROTOR: Burnish Brake Rotors While Driving Vehicle: | ||||
| 0.5 | B | |||
| Combination Procedure: DISC ROTOR: Remove and Install for Refinishing: | ||||
| R1500,RWD, Each | 0.4 | B | ||
| Combination Procedure: DISC ROTOR: Replace: | ||||
| R1500, Each,Front,Non Separable | 0.4 | B | ||
| R1500, Each,Front,Separable | 0.5 | B | ||
| Combination Procedure: DRUM: Replace: | ||||
| Inboard Mounted,Each | 0.3 | B | ||
| Outboard Mounted,Each | 0.1 | B | ||
| Combination Procedure: WHEEL BEARING: Repack: Both Sides. | ||||
| RWD, Front | 0.8 | B | ||
| Combination Procedure: WHEEL BEARING: Replace: | ||||
| RWD, Front,One Side | Includes: Repack Wheel Bearings. | 0.5 | B | |
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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.