How to Replace Front Brakes 95-00 Chevy Tahoe

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1A Auto shows you how to repair, install, fix, change or replace your own worn, squeaky, fading old front brakes. This video is applicable to the Chevy Tahoe model years 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, and 99.
🔧 List of tools used:
• Flat Blade Screwdriver 1aau.to/o2y/1AXAA00013
• 22mm Socket 1aau.to/oby/1AXAA00266
• Lug Wrench
• Ratchet 1aau.to/o3N/1AXAA00016
• Torque Wrench 1aau.to/oqJ/1AXAA00044
• Anti-Seize Grease
• Wire Ties
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• Floor Jack 1aau.to/oo7/1AXAA00068
• Jack Stands 1aau.to/opj/1AXAA00065
• Large C-Clamp
• Large Hammer 1aau.to/oii/1AXAA00091
• Wire Brush 1aau.to/odg/1AXAA00079
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[@1AAuto]

You need to press in the caliper piston and then insert them into the bracket. You might want to apply some grease to the metal slides to allow them to move freely.

[@1AAuto]

@jhanlon1903 They enable the screw to slide through the caliper when you tighten it.

[@1AAuto]

You might be able to. Usually there are a couple of bolts that hold them in place. I have seen them sandwiched between the knuckle and the hub on some vehicles though.

[@1AAuto]

There should be a bleeder on the caliper somewhere so that you can bleed the system.

[@w.w.2restorations.vehicles698]

Again 1 A Auto, thanks for the video. I replaced my front shoes today. However I went a little further than just pads. I also replaced the inner hub seals and repacked the wheel bearings. I was disappointed to find that the void in Hub was empty. What little wheel bearing grease that was in the bearings had long since worked its' way OUT of the bearings, leaving them with little lubrication. Luckily they are still serviceable. The grease cap that covers the spindle nut was also empty. So I washed the bearings out and repacked them. I packed the hub and end cap full with grease and put everything back together. I went for a test drive and found that my brakes were again 100%.

[@DrTTolentino]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank You!!!! This is the only video with the exact same brakes I have on my 95 Suburban. And that trick with the crescent wrench on the socket to get the 3/8 in. allen bolt is a life saver... This is SO very much appreciated!

[@1AAuto]

+Doc T We're glad we could help. Thanks for watching!

[@thefreakster1]

youll have this video makeing stuff down helps me ever damn time thanks guys keep them comeing.

[@1AAuto]

They sell an EZ-Out socket that removes rounded bolts. If you can get on on there you should be able to remove it.

[@TOXIXIFY]

I have to give you credit, that was one of the best brake job videos on youtube.

[@Carusone_Daniel]

thanks mike these videos are the best!

[@papicholo30]

Thanks For This Informative Vid,It Helps Me

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[@vaughanandmelodie8168]

Very helpful video, couldn't figure out why calliper would not fit back onto rotor with new pads on ,the sleeves for calliper bolts were out . Never had that problem before . Video was thorough , thank you

[@1AAuto]

+Vaughan Doey We're glad the video helped you out. Thanks for watching. 1aauto.com 866-403-3393

[@letsdosomething806]

the box in the background that says extra large shrimp tho

[@hellahalf6904]

Very helpful video I have a 99 tahoe and tomorrow will be my first brake replacement on my own Most likely will have to refer back to this video tho Should go fine

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for watching. Please let us know how the repair comes out! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@jhanlon1903]

good video thanks;what do those sleeves do and why do they need to be able to slide thanks

[@roberteasley8342]

Do you remove the master cylinder cap before compressing

[@MadSmokerBBQ]

great how-to thanks!

[@ryanrenner5843]

thank you for this video was absolutely wonderful help to me you guys are awesome again thank you for the video!!!!!

[@1AAuto]

+Turkeyhunter Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/1A/BrakePadAndRotorKits/Chevy/Tahoe/1ABFS00002?KZbin&CTA+Comment&PPIMj962YZ0

[@craigshiman1442]

Thank you for the video.

[@truckertenful]

hi just tried to replace one of the front disc brake got caliper of ok . when i tried to take other bracket of i rounded of the allen bolt of . don t no what to do now. regards.

[@Scorpio76688]

Is there a video on how to bleed the brakes on the a 96 chevy silverado k1500? I changed the brakes and rotors but the brakes feel spongy. I didn't see the bleader valve on the caliper. Any help would be much appreciated

[@mbm887]

The dust guard in front of the caliper, can it be replaced without removing the axel assembly. Thank you Michael

[@ValiantVision]

very helpful. thank you

[@1AAuto]

Thanks for watching. Have a great day! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@Terceira73]

If u replace one rotor do u have to replace the other if it's still nice and smooth?

[@lucashouston651]

Thanks for the Video! I didn't notice you greasing anything?

[@1AAuto]

You may want to see if you have a caliper hanging up.

[@creepingdeth_]

Thank you so much And this will work for a 1997 silverado 1500 z71 correct

[@WeThePeople2020]

Don't forget a little anti-seize on the mating surface will stop the next rotor from rusting on so bad, also cleaning up the surface so smooth it out is a good thing to do as well.

[@fishpiana890]

Thank you so much!

[@briggs1devon]

You just pry pads off? How do u put new ones on?

[@PapasWoodWorks]

I just replaced both front rotors, calipers, and pads on my 97 GMC 3500. One rotor had been dragging pretty bad, so much that it had worn the pad out and ruined the rotor. I have been told that the reason it did this was because the brake line is bad and will not allow the fluid to go back into the master cyl. Is this true and is it a common problem on GM trucks?

[@marcybell1734]

On the back of a 95 Chevrolet van is it boots or shoes, said that the boots need replaced

[@oldscout2514]

How important is it to replace the rubber seals on the calipers l could not get them off. The 2 l got off did not want to go back on. Help !

[@TheFillyFill]

Yes! Another awesome how to. You guys are the best with it. Btw extra large shrimp was the deal sealer for me. Lmfao

[@centavitagris1]

Thanks Mike. Since you are knowledgeable on the 96 tahoes with 5.7 vortec's, I had a question. My 96 tahoe is not shifting correctly, but only has trouble seeing the gears after I come to a stop. When I first take off it shifts fine, once I brake, it can't see the gears without restarting, then it repeats. Any thoughts like vaccuum lines or tranny clutch or something else? Has anyone ever heard of this before or is this common. Mine has about 280k mi as well...thanks. Stranded Mom in Arizona :(

[@1AAuto]

We do have an auto repair video that shows this repair (not sure if it's 2WD or 4WD). If you look up your application on our website, and go into the wheel bearing we have an auto repair video associated with it. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

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If you haven't changed the transmission fluid and filter in some time, you may want to start with that first. A clogged filter or a piece of debris floating around in the fluid may cause your transmission to do this. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@nismonotmugen]

Do I have to remove the cap on the master cyclinder before compressing the piston? Do I have to bleed the brakes?

[@1AAuto]

+maddcheddah You can loosen the cap if you would like to it won't hurt anything. If the pedal feels fine after the brake job is performed you shouldn't have to bleed the brakes. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com

[@mannysalinas6653]

When you push the piston in do you have to take off the lid from the brake fluid from brake booster?

[@1AAuto]

+Manny Salinas Yes you can.

[@stepitup5409]

I noticed that there are two things Ive seen on other videos that you did not do. Im wondering if these need to be done or not. That is lubricate the back of the pads and the other is clean the rotors of lubricant that comes on the new ones. Any thoughts? Thanks for the clear video. Gotta do this tomorrow.

[@1AAuto]

+stepitup Thanks for watching! Yes, you will want to perform both of those steps!

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[@artificialfishing91]

Is it going to be okay if I installed the pads without any lubricant wants the video anything about something but I realize now that everyone says you should

[@robertforss8881]

As always great video. Just a quick question. Is it pretty much the same on a 97 3/4 ton GMC Suburban? I have done a lot of GM 1/2 tons but never done a front brake job on a 3/4 ton. Thanks.

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for watching. The process should be similar. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@stillwater22]

I picked my parts up at the parts store. Told them I have a 91 Chevy C1500. The discs I took off the car are not the same as the ones I was sold. The ones on my truck did not come off the same as your video they have a cap over the center covering a set bolted in and greased bearings.. Im confused....

[@1AAuto]

You should replace them in pairs.

[@TLF43]

When I got my new rotors (not from the above website) they had a coat of grease on them so just check if there's any on them and if there is youll need to clean it off with bake cleaner.

[@1AAuto]

Great Tip! It never hurts to hit the rotors with a little bit of brake cleaner once installed. Thanks for watching, have a great day! 1aauto.com 866-403-3393

[@MrZaknafein666]

in the vidoe are those ABS brakes? and if theyre not, is it the same?

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Yes this is an ABS brake system

[@1AAuto]

It should be the same or fairly similar.

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@xSSxSPECTER We sure do. Here's a link to the video for you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/moSYk6qhrMyEeqM&feature=relmfu

[@artbykeenan]

so I pull the ratchet up to loosen both the caliber and bracket , on both the passenger and driver side. and pull down to tighten both sides?

[@1AAuto]

+Karl Keenan Yes, You would go in the opposite direction to tighten the bolts. We carry the brake pads and rotor kit shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/1A/BrakePadAndRotorKits/Chevy/Tahoe/1ABFS00002?KZbin&CTA+Comment&PPIMj962YZ0

[@mattbarker2506]

Awesome

[@dustinhilts1474]

would this also work on the k2500 8 lug

[@1AAuto]

+Dustin Hilts Thank you for checking us out. Most of the steps in this video will be the same, but some hardware sizes will differ. 1aauto.com

[@generic-wp1pq]

Is it ok for the outer brake pad to be a little loose? Anyone?

[@bblazeff1]

At about 3:00, that is not a cresent wrench .. :) thanks for the video, pretty helpful

[@jimmyperez3911]

Isn't bleeding the brake lines neccessary after replacing the pads?????

[@BullitMan83]

is it the same on 99 suburban c1500?

[@1AAuto]

It should be the same process. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@WildSuns42]

You did not show how the seals/bushings go in if reusing the calipers. In the Haynes manual for these it shows calipers just like these (and mine on mine 99 ) being removed but then shows a different type caliper with narrow flanges when it shows the seals etc, which differ then what's on this type...

[@jacks2627]

I was about to change the rotors on my 92 c1500 but it’s the whole hub assembly... nope

[@lancegillette]

I tried a 3/8" allen key on my calipers but would not go in. I had to go buy a 9mm allen key to get them off.

[@2009jamrock]

lancegillette thanks man I tried the 3/8 it did not work update on the video need a 9 mm Allen key

[@flipcruz1507]

Why do you need a 22 mm socket?

[@classiccreepier2443]

What if them 2 bolts ain't coming out? They turn but and almost come out but don't.

[@xLostRemnant]

I know it's an old video, but any half ton higher GM vehicle atleast after 95 is going to be 140 ftlbs for the lug torque, 100-120 is under torqued for those lugs.

[@1AAuto]

Should be the same.

[@inthemiddlesomewhere]

My old rotors have a small lip on them, which looks like it seats into the wheel when mounted. The new rotors do not have this lip and the wheel doesnt feel like its mounting properly.

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May have been that, or the caliper could have been bad too. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@dodgerskiller]

Did u guys bleed the brakes or it wasn't necessary

[@1AAuto]

Usually it's not necessary unless the brake pedal is very soft after the job is finished.

[@1AAuto]

You may want to check the production date of your truck to see if there's a cut off date and a possible change in parts on your particular year. If you would like to call our sales staff, we can get the correct parts out to you. We carry some great brake pads and rotor kits for all kinds of different vehicles. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@TNRnhFerals]

No need to bleed?

[@1AAuto]

+Ed Kramer If the brake pedal doesn't feel like it should after performing the repair, you might need to bleed the brakes. Thanks for asking. 1aauto.com

[@mcamodell]

ok, so you did a video on the ridiculously easy floating rotor 6-lug. Now where is the video on the for more difficult 8-lug 2wd c2500HD?

[@mikehutton4099]

Did we get help for that 1991 fix?

[@matthewgrills4135]

U should specify in the title 4X4.

[@1AAuto]

+Matthew Grills Thanks for the tip! We'll pass this info along to our production team.

[@matthewcheek317]

how about a 1996 chevy Silverado

[@1AAuto]

+Matthew Cheek The part shown in the video does fit your application. It should be the same or a similar procedure. Here is a link to them on our website. Hope this helps you out. www.1aauto.com/1A/BrakePadAndRotorKits/Chevy/Tahoe/1ABFS00002?KZbin&CTA+Comment&PPIMj962YZ0

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[@jameskorn8398]

how about a 1990 gmc.

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james korn no duh nkigga 89 to 98 the same shit

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SouthEast Madera 88-98

[@083rt]

My pick up comes out with all the studs

[@1AAuto]

+1R083rt If you would like to reply back with your year, make and model we can see if we have an auto repair video for you, and also the replacement part. Thanks for watching.

[@083rt]

i figured it out, the truck is a 1999 Chevy 3500 5.7 RWD

[@ericdean2742]

Why won't my piston reset?

[@1AAuto]

+Eric Dean You may want to inspect the brake caliper is see if it may be bad and that the piston is frozen. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com

[@ijoeputa7306]

safety glasses

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