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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1987SUBURBAN 1/2 TON 2WD V8-379 6.2L DSLREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLSERVICE AND REPAIRFRONT DISC BRAKE SERVICESTEPS
1987 Chevrolet Suburban 1/2 Ton 2WD V8-379 6.2L DSL
Front Disc Brake ServiceSteps
1987 Chevrolet Suburban 1/2 Ton 2WD V8-379 6.2L DSLSECTION Front Disc Brake ServiceSteps
NOTES, WARNINGS, AND HINTS
Fundamentals and Basics
PARTS REMINDER LIST
Fundamentals and Basics
RECOMMENDED TOOLS
Tools and Equipment
PROCEDURES
1. Check for applicable Technical Service Bulletins (TSB).
2. Perform Initial Test Drive and Diagnosis By Symptom.
Fundamentals and Basics
3. Begin repairs, lift and support front of vehicle, remove front wheels.
4. Remove caliper assembly.
Service and Repair
5. Inspect brake linings and caliper assembly.
Testing and Inspection
6. Rebuild or replace caliper assembly if necessary.
Service and Repair
7. Inspect brake rotor/hub assembly, replace or resurface if necessary.
Testing and Inspection
8. Remove brake rotor/hub assembly.
Service and Repair
9. Repack wheel bearings.
Fundamentals and Basics
10. Install brake rotor/hub assembly.
Service and Repair
11. Install caliper assembly and new brake-pads.
Service and Repair
12. Bleed brakes.
Brake Bleeding
13. Install tire and wheel assembly.
Fundamentals and Basics
14. Perform After Repairs Test Drive.
Fundamentals and Basics
ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY CONCERNS
Customer Safety Information
Fundamentals and Basics
PARTS REMINDER LIST
Fundamentals and Basics
RECOMMENDED TOOLS
Tools and Equipment
PROCEDURES
1. Check for applicable Technical Service Bulletins (TSB).
2. Perform Initial Test Drive and Diagnosis By Symptom.
Fundamentals and Basics
3. Begin repairs, lift and support front of vehicle, remove front wheels.
4. Remove caliper assembly.
Service and Repair
5. Inspect brake linings and caliper assembly.
Testing and Inspection
6. Rebuild or replace caliper assembly if necessary.
Service and Repair
7. Inspect brake rotor/hub assembly, replace or resurface if necessary.
Testing and Inspection
8. Remove brake rotor/hub assembly.
Service and Repair
9. Repack wheel bearings.
Fundamentals and Basics
10. Install brake rotor/hub assembly.
Service and Repair
11. Install caliper assembly and new brake-pads.
Service and Repair
12. Bleed brakes.
Brake Bleeding
13. Install tire and wheel assembly.
Fundamentals and Basics
14. Perform After Repairs Test Drive.
Fundamentals and Basics
ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY CONCERNS
Customer Safety Information
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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.