Avenger V6-2.7L (2008)
DISASSEMBLY
NOTE: Before disassembling the brake caliper, remove it from the vehicle. See: Removal and Replacement/Disc Brake Caliper - Removal
NOTE: Before disassembling the brake caliper, clean and inspect it. See: Procedures/Disc Brake Caliper - Inspection
WARNING: Under no condition should high pressure air ever be used to remove a piston from a caliper bore. Personal injury could result
from such a practice.
CAUTION: Do not use excessive force when clamping caliper in vise. Excessive vise pressure will cause bore distortion.
1. Mount the caliper in a vise equipped with protective jaws.
WARNING: Do not place face or hands near caliper and piston if using compressed air pressure to remove piston. Do not use high pressure.
2. Place a wooden block (1) in the caliper as shown.
3. If necessary, apply low pressure compressed air to the caliper fluid inlet in short spurts to force the piston out.
4. Remove the piston from the caliper.
5. Remove the dust boot from the piston and discard it.
