300M V6-3.5L VIN G (2000)
Brake Caliper: Service and Repair
Disassembly and Assembly
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
Check for brake fluid leaks in and around dust boot area and inboard brake pad, and for any ruptures, brittleness or damage to the piston dust boot. If
the dust boot is damaged, or a fluid leak is visible, disassemble caliper assembly and install a new piston seal and dust boot, and piston if scored.
Check the guide pin dust boots to determine if they are in good condition. Replace if they are damaged, dry, or found to be brittle.
CALIPER GUIDE PIN BUSHING SERVICE
The double pin caliper uses a sealed for life bushing and sleeve assembly. If required this assembly can be serviced using the following procedure.
REMOVING CALIPER GUIDE PIN BUSHINGS
1. Remove caliper from brake rotor. Hang caliper assembly on a wire hook away from the brake rotor.
Removing Inner Sleeve From Bushing
2. Push out and then pull the steel sleeve from the inside of the bushing using your fingers as shown.
Removing Bushing From Caliper
3. Using your fingers, collapse one side of the bushing. Then pull on the opposite side to remove the bushing from the brake caliper housing.
INSTALLING CALIPER GUIDE PIN BUSHINGS