OEM GMC Sierra 1500 Classic Brake Pad

GMC Sierra 1500 Classic Brake Pad Parts and Q&A

• Brake Pads, Front
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  Q: How to replace the front disc brake pads on a 1500 Series on GMC Sierra 1500 Classic?

  A:

  Before replacing 1500 series front brake pads inspect the brake master cylinder reservoir fluid. Keep the fluid level at midway between maximum and minimum if possible. Put the vehicle on stands then take out tire and wheel pieces. Push the brake caliper pistons completely back with two big c-clamps set above the housing then into the back of the outside pad. Use hand tools to work on the guide pin bolts while applying an open end wrench to support the caliper guide pin as you unscrew its lower bolt. Manual braking during rotor and caliper removal harms the system's components. After raising the caliper take the brake pads off the bracket and drop the anti-rattle clips. Insert fresh anti-rattle clips onto the caliper bracket before placing new brake pads onto it. Also install one indicator wear equipped inner pad. Lower the caliper back into its original position. Wrench-free tools help install the lower brake caliper guide pin bolt until it reaches 100 nm (74 ft. Lbs.) of torque. Make sure the brake caliper guide pin seal fits properly and make sure the guide pin slides without any hindrance through the caliper bracket. Install the tire and wheel unit and take out the safety stands before lowering the vehicle. Once the engine is shut down you should start pressing the brake until it reaches around two-thirds of travel and then let off gradually. Continue this sequence until you feel a solid brake pedal which presses the brake pistons and pads into the correct position. Complete the master cylinder reservoir using clean brake fluid when needed before performing pad and rotor surface polishing.
• Brake Pads
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  Q: How to replace the rear disc brake pads on a 1500 Series on GMC Sierra 1500 Classic?

  A:

  To replace the brake pads on 1500 series vehicles start by lifting and supporting the car and taking off the rear wheel and tire. You should use hand tools with an open-end wrench to hold the caliper guide pin straight when you remove its bolt. When servicing brake pads alone you can leave the brake hose connected to the caliper because no hose removal process is necessary. Uncover the guide pin bolt from the brake caliper then turn the caliper upward until it reaches a support position or secured with mechanics wire. When servicing other brake parts note the placement of shims with the old brake pads and replace them with new shims throughout the process. To access the mounting bracket remove brake pads and shims. When replacing brake pads compress the caliper piston gently into the bore using the right tool. Affix new shims to their correct positions on the mounting bracket and Brake Pad set before adding new replacement pads. Reposition the brake caliper onto the mounting bracket without mechanics wire. Use hand tools to fit the new caliper guide pin bolts then position the caliper guide pins straight when tightening each bolt to 108 nm (80 ft. Lbs). Press the Brake Pedal several times while first adding then taking away force until the brake reacts strongly. Replace the tire and wheel after you put clean brake fluid into the brake master cylinder reservoir until it reaches the correct quantity. Finally, burnish the brake pads.