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Disc Calipers & Pads - BENDIX Sliding Caliper: Removal

  1. To prevent master cylinder overflow when caliper is depressed, remove 2/3 of the brake fluid from master cylinder. Raise vehicle and support with safety stands.
  2. Remove wheel assembly. Place a large "C" clamp on caliper and tighten clamp on bottom piston in cylinder bore. Remove clamp. Remove key retaining screw.
  3. Drive out caliper support key and spring with brass rod and light hammer. Remove caliper by pushing down against mount and rotating up and away from mount.
  4. Support caliper with wire. Do not let caliper hang with weight on brake hose. Remove inner disc pad and shoe clip from caliper.
  5. Remove outer disc pad from caliper. It may be necessary to tap pad to loosen it in caliper housing.
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