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Rear Brake Caliper: Assemble

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NOTE: Tools Required: Brake Piston Template (89-95-342).
  1. Thoroughly clean bore of caliper body with brake cleaner. DO NOT use petroleum based cleaners.
  2. Coat the piston sealing rings with the grease supplied in the kit. Also grease the dust cap.
  3. Install the piston rings in the cylinder barrel.
  4. Install the pistons in the cylinders and press the dust caps in place.
    NOTE: It is important that the pistons are positioned correctly in the caliper. Check the position by taking a control measurement. The measurement should be 1.14" (29 mm). Use inspection gauge, Brake Piston Template.
  5. Install the brake pads.
  6. Install the brake caliper.
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