What kind of parking brake does a GMC Sierra have?
GMC Sierra 1500 Extended Cab 143.5″ Wheelbase 4WD with Sport Performance Package (B4U) with Positraction Limited Slip Rear Axle (G80) with 4.10R (GT5) 2003, GM Original Equipment™ Parking Brake Assembly by ACDelco®. Designed utilizing… GMC Sierra 2003, Rear Parking Brake Shoes by TruParts®.
Why are my brake pads sticking on my GMC Sierra?
There are notches in your Sierra’s brake pads that let them slide back and forth from the rotor as the brakes are pressed. If something gets into these slides, the pads may not disengage from the rotor all the way. This problem is often caused by bad shims or junk getting in the way.
Why are there no brakes on my Silverado?
I also had to change the calipers and because of a stupid mistake, the master cylinder sucked air on my 2011 Silverado. I then had no brakes at all, the pedal went without any resistance straight to the floor.
Are there big brake kits for GMC Sierra 1500?
Your Sierra 1500 Year? GMC Sierra 1500 big brake kits are the perfect component for your oversized truck. You will find that American Trucks carries the top brand names in big brake kits to include Brembo. We offer you slotted and drilled rotors to provide you with the style and comfort you are after.
What causes the brake on a GMC Sierra to stick?
The brake hose that attaches to the Sierra’s caliper will often cause the brakes to stick. They may appear to be fine on the outside, but can break apart and collect debris on the inside. When this happens, it effectively traps pressure in the line. This keeps the brakes from releasing all of the way, and they stick as a result.
What kind of brake problem does Chevy Silverado have?
I have a 2003 Silverado 1500 4×4, I have been experiencing a front brake rattle when drive rough spots in the road with my foot off the brake, when I apply slight pedal pressure the rattle is gone. I have taken to the dealer multiple time with no results, they say from temp changes to lubrications of the slides.
Is it safe to drive a GMC Sierra?
The dealer and now GM say that this is a normal function for this vehicle , but now the brake pedal goes to the floor and although they are telling me it is safe to drive I am refusing . This truck sits in my garage . I found over 100 similar complaints on the NHTSA web site , some involving accidents with injuries and deaths .