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Brake Wheel Cylinder Replacement Service

How much does a Brake Wheel Cylinder Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a GMC R3500 Brake Wheel Cylinder Replacement is $275 with $38 for parts and $237 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1989 GMC R3500V8-5.7LService typeBrake Wheel Cylinder - Driver Side ReplacementEstimate$362.72Shop/Dealer Price$406.53 - $481.71
1989 GMC R3500V8-5.7LService typeBrake Wheel Cylinder - Passenger Side ReplacementEstimate$312.72Shop/Dealer Price$356.57 - $431.79
1987 GMC R3500V8-7.4LService typeBrake Wheel Cylinder - Driver Side ReplacementEstimate$312.72Shop/Dealer Price$356.57 - $431.78
1990 GMC R3500V8-5.7LService typeBrake Wheel Cylinder - Passenger Side ReplacementEstimate$322.60Shop/Dealer Price$368.86 - $451.44
1990 GMC R3500V8-7.4LService typeBrake Wheel Cylinder - Passenger Side ReplacementEstimate$322.60Shop/Dealer Price$368.96 - $451.61
1988 GMC R3500V8-5.7LService typeBrake Wheel Cylinder - Passenger Side ReplacementEstimate$312.72Shop/Dealer Price$356.57 - $431.78
1989 GMC R3500V8-7.4LService typeBrake Wheel Cylinder - Driver Side ReplacementEstimate$325.22Shop/Dealer Price$368.73 - $443.69
1991 GMC R3500V8-6.2L DieselService typeBrake Wheel Cylinder - Passenger Side ReplacementEstimate$335.10Shop/Dealer Price$382.01 - $465.08
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What is the Brake Wheel Cylinder all about?

Brake wheel cylinders push the brake shoes against the brake drum, causing friction that slows down the car. They are located in the rear brake system, inside the brake drums. Over time, wheel cylinder seals may wear out and start leaking brake fluid, reducing the effectiveness of the brakes.

Keep in mind:

Brake wheel cylinders are replaced in pairs. Both rear tires will get new cylinders.

How it's done:

  • Inspect rear wheel cylinders for leakage.
  • Inspect rear brake shoes and hardware.
  • Replace wheel cylinders if found faulty.
  • Adjust rear brakes.
  • Lube backing plate.
  • Make sure axle seals are not leaking into brake drums.
  • Bleed entire brake system.
  • Perform a brake inspection, including test drive.

Our recommendation:

It is a good idea to get the brake wheel cylinders inspected once every year. You should get your brake system inspected immediately if the brake warning light is on.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Brake Wheel Cylinder?

  • Brake pedal goes all the way to the floor.
  • Noise from rear brakes.
  • Fluid leaking underneath the car near rear tires.

How important is this service?

When you depress your brake pedal, the brake wheel cylinder applies pressure to the brake shoe. This pressure pushes the brake shoe into contact with the brake drum, which creates the friction that allows your vehicle to slow down and stop. When the brake wheel cylinder stops working, it is no longer able to exert enough force onto the brake shoe, and your vehicle will not be able to brake as effectively as it should.

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Tomas

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by Shaun
GMC R3500 V8-5.7L - Brake System Inspection - Newark, New Jersey
Pretty good. My inspection for my brakes went very quick, (a little too quick.) Not the most thorough inspection. However, Tomas came to the same conclusion that I had already suspected and the problem is now "dually" analyzed. 15 minutes, and I'm good. Tomas was quite knowledgeable and polite. He came with the proper tools and equipment to say the least and was promptly on time for the booked appointment. I would consider requesting Tomas again for similar work. Thanks again to Tomas and the team at YourMechanic for helping out.

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by David
GMC C15 V8-5.7L - Brake Wheel Cylinder Replacement (Driver Side, Passenger Side) - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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by Mario
GMC K2500 V8-7.4L - Brake Wheel Cylinder Replacement (Driver Side, Passenger Side) - Columbus, Ohio
Larry is very knowledgeable. He gets the job done and walks you through the repairs. Larry came and fixed faulty work completed by a different yourmechanic.com mechanic no longer with them. Larry is the only mechanic of this company in Columbus. He showed me the parts and the work completed unlike the last mechanic that charged me but did not complete the work properly. Don't hesitate to work with Larry. He even checks to make sure everything works.

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GMC Safari V6-4.3L - Brake System Flush - Renton, Washington
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