Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Isuzu i-370, 2008 Isuzu i-290, 2008 GMC Canyon, and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Refer to Brake Dust Caution .

NOTE: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice .

Fig 1: View Of Half-Full Master Cylinder Reservoir

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Inspect the brake fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
If the brake fluid is midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, no brake fluid needs to be removed from the reservoir before proceeding.

Fig 2: View Of Full Master Cylinder Reservoir MAX And MIN Marks

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If the brake fluid level is higher than midway between thew maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, using an appropriate tool, remove the brake fluid to the midway point before proceeding.

Fig 3: View Of Wheel Bearing/Hub, Brake Rotor Assembly

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Remove the wheel hub/speed sensor assembly. Refer to Wheel Hub/Speed Sensor Replacement .

IMPORTANT: In the following service procedure, support the wheel hub/brake rotor assembly with wood when working on the bench.

Using 2 pieces of wood, support the wheel hub/brake rotor assembly.

Fig 4: View Of Wheel Hub/Speed Sensor To Brake Rotor Bolts

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Remove the wheel hub/speed sensor to brake rotor bolts.

Fig 5: View Of Brake Rotor Separated From Wheel Bearing/Hub Assembly

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Separate the brake rotor from the wheel bearing/hub assembly.
Clean the surface between the wheel bearing/hub assembly and the brake rotor.