How Do You Replace Brakes On Chevrolet Silverado Trucks?
The brake pads on your Chevrolet Silverado truck need to be changed every 60,000 miles. If you drive in conditions that cause you to use the brakes hard and frequently, you’ll need to change them sooner. If you ever hear the brakes grind, change them immediately. Whether you’re changing the brake pads on the front or rear end of the truck, you need to change the brakes on both sides together. Preparation Step 1 Siphon two-thirds of the brake fluid out of the master cylinder reservoir using a turkey baster or other siphon tool–make sure the tool has never been used for anything else. Re-install the cap to the reservoir after siphoning out the fluid. Step 2 Raise the front or the rear end of the truck with its jack and support it on jack stands. Block the wheels at the truck’s other end with blocks solid enough to keep the wheels from rolling. Remove both wheels on the end that is raised. Step 3 Clean the brake assemblies with a aerosol brake cleaner, placing a drain pan underneath to c
