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Brake Caliper: Disassembly

  1. Remove caliper. Remove plug from inlet port (if equipped). Place a block of wood between caliper and cylinder. See Fig 1 . Apply low air pressure to brake hose inlet. Air pressure will force piston outward.
  2. Remove dust boot from caliper assembly. Remove and discard rubber piston seal from cylinder.
Fig 1: Removing Caliper Piston
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