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Disc Brake Caliper - Fwd Models: Disassembly

  1. With caliper removed from rotor and brake hose still attached, carefully depress brake pedal to hydraulically force piston out of bore. If both pistons are to be removed, disconnect flexible brake line at frame bracket after removing first piston. Plug brake tube and repeat procedure.
    CAUTION: Chrysler Corp. recommends that compressed air not be used to remove piston from caliper.
  2. Disconnect brake hose from caliper. Place caliper in vise and remove dust boot. Using a small wooden or plastic stick, pry piston seal from caliper bore groove. Remove bushings from A.T.E. and Kelsey-Hayes calipers. Discard bushings and Teflon sleeves on A.T.E. calipers.