Disassembly and Assembly

Brake Caliper





Special Tool(s)





Material








Brake Caliper Exploded View

Disassembly

WARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.

CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted or plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.

1. Remove the brake caliper.
2. Drain the remaining brake fluid from the brake caliper.
3. Secure the brake caliper in a vise.





4. CAUTION: Apply moderate air pressure in short bursts to prevent an uncontrolled release of the piston.

Place a piece of wood in the caliper. Remove the piston by applying moderate air pressure through the bleeder screw port.

5. NOTE: Do not hone the piston bores. If the brake caliper cylinder bore/piston is excessively scored or corroded, install a new brake caliper.

Remove and discard the piston seal and dust boot

Assembly

1. CAUTION: Never reuse the piston seal or dust boot.

Lubricate each cylinder bore, the piston seals, the caliper pistons, and the dust boots with brake fluid.
2. Install the piston seals.





3. Use the special tools to install the dust boot.
4. Install the brake caliper piston.
5. Install the brake caliper.