HYDR
AULIC BRAK
E
BRAKE CALIPERS
REMOVA
L
Plaa! a clean container
under
the
caliper and dis-
connect the brake hose from the
caliper.
CAUTION
:
A
void spilling brake fluid
on
painted surfaces.
Remove
the
caliper bolt and caliper.
DISASSEMBLY
Remove the following:
pads
and
pad spring.
calipe
r
pivot collar and boots.
pistons from the caliper.
If
necessary.
apply compressed
air
to the caliper
fluid inlet to get the piston out. Place a
shop rag
under
the
caliper to cushion the piston when it is
expelled.
Use the air in short spurts.
Examine the pistons and cylinders
for scoring.
scratches or
oUilr
damage and
replare
if
necessary.
17-10
PIVOT CO LLAR
PAD
SPAtiN
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