Removal Procedure

2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Isuzu Ascender, 2008 GMC Envoy, and 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: View Of Rotor & Caliper
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  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Inspect the brake caliper assembly. Refer to Brake Caliper InspectionΒ .
  4. NOTE: Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic wire, or equivalent, whenever it is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible brake hose is still connected. Failure to support the caliper in this manner will cause the flexible brake hose to bear the weight of the caliper, which may cause damage to the brake hose and in turn may cause a brake fluid leak.
  5. Remove the front brake caliper assembly. Relocate the brake caliper to the side. Refer to Front Brake Caliper ReplacementΒ .
  6. Inspect the brake pads. Refer to Brake Pad InspectionΒ .
  7. Fig 2: Removing/Installing Brake Pads From Brake Mounting Bracket
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  8. Remove the front brake pads from the mounting bracket. Inboard brake pad shown.
  9. Inspect the brake hardware. Refer to Front Disc Brake Mounting and Hardware InspectionΒ .
  10. Fig 3: View Of Caliper & Retaining Clips
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  11. Remove the brake pad retaining clips from the mounting bracket. Inboard brake pad shown.
  12. Fig 4: View of Caliper Mounting
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  13. Remove the brake caliper mounting bracket retaining bolts. Lower bolt shown.
  14. Fig 5: Identifying Brake Caliper Mounting Bracket
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  15. Remove the brake caliper mounting bracket.
  16. Fig 6: View Of Caliper Bracket Bushings
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  17. Remove the guide pin seals from the brake caliper mounting bracket.
  18. Inspect the brake rotor. Refer to Brake Rotor Surface and Wear InspectionΒ .
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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.