RAM 2500 Van V8-5.9L VIN Z (1997)
Brake Caliper: Service and Repair
Disassembly and Assembly
DISASSEMBLY
1. Drain old fluid out of caliper.
Fig. 10 Dust Boot Removal
2. Remove piston dust boot. Dislodge boot with screwdriver or punch and remove boot.
3. Pad outboard shoe side of caliper interior with a minimum 2.54 cm (1.00 inch) thickness of shop towels. Towels will prevent piston damage when
piston comes out of bore.
Caliper Piston Removal
4. Remove caliper piston with short bursts of compressed air. Apply air pressure through fluid inlet port of caliper.
CAUTION: Do not blow the piston out of the caliper. This practice will usually result in severe piston damage. Use only enough air pressure to
ease the piston out of the bore. In addition, do not attempt to catch the piston as it leaves the caliper bore. This practice will result in personal
injury.