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Brake Caliper Piston, Removing And Installing: Removing

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-- Remove pistons as far as possible from brake caliper

-- Use compressed air to push the piston out of the brake caliper housing

Fig 1: Forcing Piston Out Of Brake Caliper Housing Using Compressed Air
GWWA47-10011Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC
NOTE:

When removing, make sure that surface of cylinder is not damaged.

Place a wooden board into the recess of the caliper housing so it is not damaged.

-- Remove the old seal from the brake caliper with Trim Removal Wedge 3409.

Fig 2: Identifying Old Seal From Brake Caliper With Trim Removal Wedge 3409, Removal/Installation
GWWA47-10012Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC
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