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Disc Brake Caliper - Rear (Continental & THUNDERBIRD): Disassembly

  1. Mount caliper in vise. Using Piston Turning Tool (T75P-2588-B), rotate piston counterclockwise and remove piston from caliper. Remove and discard piston dust boot seal and piston seal from caliper bore. Using snap ring pliers, remove snap ring retaining push rod assembly from caliper.
    CAUTION: Snap ring and spring cover are under spring load. Care should be taken when removing snap ring.
  2. Remove spring cover, spring washer, key plate and pull out push rod and strut pin. Remove and discard "O" ring seal from push rod. Remove parking brake lever return spring. Unscrew parking brake lever stop bolt and pull parking brake lever out of caliper housing.
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