Genuine GMC Canyon Brake Calipers

GMC Canyon Brake Calipers Parts Questions & Answers

• Caliper Asm,Front Brake (W/O Brake Pads & Bracket)
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  Q: How do you remove the Brake Calipers on Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon?

  A: To remove the front wheel, start by loosening the lug nuts and raising the front of the vehicle onto jackstands. Block the wheels at the opposite end and then remove the front wheel. Next, remove the inlet fitting bolt and disconnect the brake hose from the caliper, making sure to discard the old sealing washers. Immediately plug the brake hose to prevent contaminants and air from entering the brake system and to minimize brake fluid loss. If you are only removing the caliper for access to other components, leave the brake hose connected and suspend the caliper with a length of wire to avoid hanging it by the hose. Proceed to remove the caliper mounting bolts and detach the caliper from the mounting bracket. For installation, follow the reverse steps of removal, using new sealing washers on each side of the brake hose inlet fitting. Ensure to tighten the fitting bolt and caliper mounting bolts to the specified torque. Finally, tighten the wheel lug nuts to the torque specifications. After installation, bleed the brake system if the brake hose was disconnected. Check for any leaks from the hose connections and test the brakes carefully before returning the vehicle to normal service.