Brake Caliper Piston, Removing And Installing, Single-Piston Brake: Removing

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Fig 1: Identifying Protective Cap From Brake Caliper With Trim Removal Wedge 3409

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

NOTE:

Place a wooden board into the recess so the piston is not damaged.

-VAS40338-

-- Carefully pry the protective cap -1- and the seal out of the brake caliper with the -VAS40338- -2- using gentle lever movements, and do not damage the groove for the protective cap in the brake caliper while doing so.

Fig 2: Prying The Protective Caps

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NOTE:

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