Caliper Removal and Installation

Brake Caliper

Removal

1. WARNING: Tile electrical power to the air suspension system must be shut off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. This can be accomplished by turning off the air suspension switch. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations.

Remove the wheel and tire assembly.





2. WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately.

CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted or plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.

Disconnect the brake hose
1 Remove bolt
2 Disconnect the rear wheel brake hose
3 Remove and discard the copper washers Plug the brake hose.





3. CAUTION: Do not remove the guide pins or guide pin boots unless a problem is suspected. The guide pins are meant to be sealed for life and are not repairable.

Remove the rear disc brake caliper.
1 Remove the brake caliper bolts.
2 Lift the rear disc brake caliper off the rear disc brake caliper anchor plate.





4. Inspect the rear disc brake caliper for leaks and for binding slide pins.
^ If leaks or binding slide pins are found, install a new brake caliper.

Installation





1. Make sure the stainless steel shoe slippers are correctly positioned. Install new if worn or damaged.





2. Position the anti-rattle clip on the anchor plate rail.





3. CAUTION: To prevent interference with rear disc brake caliper operation, install only the correct caliper bolt.

NOTE: When installed, the locator notch on the brake pads will be located at the upper and of the rear disc brake caliper.

Install the rear disc brake caliper.





4. Install the rear wheel brake hose
^ Connect the brake hose and install the caliper flow bolt.
^ Use new copper washers.
5. Bleed the brake system.

6. NOTE: After the vehicle is on the ground, if equipped with air suspension reactivate the system by turning on the air suspension switch.

Install the wheel and tire assembly.

7. NOTE: Apply the brakes several times before driving the vehicle.

Verify correct brake operation.