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Removal Procedure

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    WARNING:

    Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Remove the front brake rotor. Refer to Front Brake Rotor Replacement .
  4. Fig 1: Front Brake Shield Bolts
    GM2512954Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Remove the front brake shield bolts (1).
  6. Fig 2: Front Brake Shield
    GM2512955Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Remove the front brake shield (1).