Checking folds of dust boots - AR42.10-P-0153-01T

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When the brake piston (1) is reset, the dust boot (2) must not protrude beyond the brake piston (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Position Of Dust Boot With Brake Piston

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If the dust boot (2) protrudes beyond the brake piston (1), the fold of the dust boot (2) must be pushed back into the brake caliper (3) (arrow).

Fig 2: Pushing Fold Of Dust Boot

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