Caliper Overhaul - Cj Models - Jeep 1979 CJ-5 Technical & Service Manual

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28-48 S H A K E S
(21) Complete installation of support key and spring
using hammer and punch.
(22) Install support key retaining screw and tighten
screw to 15 foot-pounds (20 N*m) torque. Be sure screw
is properly seated in support key notch
before
tightening.
(23) Fill master cylinder reservoir to within 1/4 inch
(6.35 mm) of reservoir rim.
(24) Press firmly on brake pedal several times to seat
shoes.
(25) Install wheels and tires.
(26) Lower vehicle.
(27) Recheck master cylinder fluid level and correct
if necessary.
C A U T I O N : Check for a firm brake pedal before mov-
ing the vehicle.
CALIPER OVERHAUL—CJ MODELS
Fig. 2 1 4 1
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installation
Removal
(1) Remove two-thirds of brake fluid from master
cylinder front reservoir.
(2) Remove hub cap and loosen wheel retaining
nuts.
(3) Raise and support vehicle.
(4) Remove front wheels.
N O T E : Work on one caliper at a time only.
(5) Clean caliper brake line fitting thoroughly.
(6) Disconnect brake line at caliper. Remove brake
line bolt and washers. Discard washers. Cover open end
of brake line with cloth or tape.
(7) Remove caliper and brakeshoes as outlined in
Brakeshoe Replacement—CJ Models.
Fig. 2G-S0
Caliper Assembly—CJ Models

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