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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2012COLORADO 4WD L5-3.7LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLDISC BRAKE SYSTEMSERVICE AND REPAIRFRONT BRAKE SHIELD REPLACEMENT
2012 Chevrolet Colorado 4WD L5-3.7L
Front Brake Shield Replacement
2012 Chevrolet Colorado 4WD L5-3.7LSECTION Front Brake Shield Replacement
Front Brake Shield Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning Brake Dust Warning.
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation Service and Repair.
3. Remove the wheel hub and bearing assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement Service and Repair.
4. Remove the front brake shield.
5. Remove any debris or corrosion from the front brake shield, wheel hub and steering knuckle mating surfaces.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the front brake shield.
2. Install the wheel hub and bearing assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement Service and Repair.
3. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation Service and Repair.
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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.