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When a caliper is frozen, leaking, or has extremely high mileage, it is to be serviced. Servicing disc brake caliper assemblies involve the replacement of the piston, seals, and dust-boots. To perform this type of service. it is necessary to remove the caliper assembly from the vehicle. Basic steps for servicing the caliper assemblies are as follows: 1. Remove the piston from the caliper by using air pressure to push the piston from the cylinder. Assemble the caliper in reverse order of disassembly. Using new seals and boots, fit the new seal in the cylinder bore groove. Work the seal into its groove with your fingers. Install the new boot in its groove. Coat the piston with more brake fluid. Spread the boot with your fingers and slide the piston into the cylinder. The caliper can now be reinstalled on the vehicle. Carefully follow the procedures given in the manufacturer's service and repair manuals for specific details when removing, repairing, and reinstalling disc brake caliper assemblies. |
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