Rear Brake Caliper: Disassemble
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Saab 9-3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the rear brake caliper. See REAR BRAKE CALIPER .
- Remove the brake pads from rear caliper.
- Clean the rear brake caliper.
- Remove the dust caps.WARNING: Protect your eyes from fluid splashes. Mind your fingers when the brake piston is pressed out.
- Press out the brake piston with compressed air through the hose connection. Using Rear Brake Piston Remover, remove rear brake piston.
- Remove the piston ring.
- Check for damage due to wear.