Brake Caliper Piston, FS III: Removing

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-- Remove the brake caliper. Refer to BRAKE CALIPER, BRAKE CALIPER FS III .

-- Force piston from brake caliper using compressed air.

Place a wooden board into the recess of the caliper housing so it is not damaged.

Fig 1: Identifying Brake Caliper Housing

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-- Remove the cap from the brake caliper using the Trim Removal Wedge 3409.

Fig 2: Identifying Protective Cap Pried Off From Brake Caliper With Trim Removal Wedge 3409

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-- Remove the sealing ring using the Trim Removal Wedge 3409.

Fig 3: Identifying Removal Of Brake Caliper Seal With Wedge 3409

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When removing, make sure that surface of cylinder is not damaged.