RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V10-8.0L VIN W (1997)
Brake Caliper: Service and Repair
Disassembly and Assembly
Disassembly
DISASSEMBLY
1. Drain brake fluid from caliper.
2. Remove brake shoes from caliper.
3. Pad interior of caliper with one-inch thickness of shop towels to cushion and protect caliper piston during removal.
Caliper Piston Removal
4. Remove caliper piston with several short bursts of low pressure compressed air. Direct air through fluid inlet port to ease piston out of bore.
WARNING: Do not blow the piston out of the bore with sustained high pressure. This practice will result in a chipped or cracked piston.
in addition, never attempt to catch the piston as it exits the bore. This will result in personal injury.
Dust Boot Removal
5. Remove piston dust boot with a suitable pry tool. Do not scratch piston bore while removing boot. Discard dust boot as it is not reusable.
