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Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual - part 1518
Fig. 33: View Of Piston Dust Seal
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4. Install the boot over the end of the piston so the fold will face toward the brake caliper
housing piston bore opening.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 BRAKES Disc Brakes - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
Fig. 34: Installing Piston To Brake Caliper
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5. Position the piston to the brake caliper bore and seat the boot into the brake caliper bore
groove.
IMPORTANT: Position the piston in the bore so that it is straight and level.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 BRAKES Disc Brakes - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
Fig. 35: Installing Piston Into Bore
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6. Position a piece of wood across the piston to be installed.
7. Applying equal pressure by hand while pushing down, install the piston in the bore.
8. Remove the piece of wood.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 BRAKES Disc Brakes - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
Fig. 36: View Of Bleeder Valve Cap
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9. Install the bleeder valve in the brake caliper housing.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice .
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 BRAKES Disc Brakes - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
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