Escort L4-116 1.9L SOHC HO (1989)
Brake Caliper: Service and Repair
Disassembly and Assembly
Fig. 1 Front Pin Sliding Disc Brake Caliper
Fig. 2 Front Pin Sliding Disc Brake Caliper
DISASSEMBLY
1.
Remove caliper assembly from vehicle as described under Removal/Installation.
2.
Position fiber block and shop towels between caliper piston and caliper housing, then apply compressed air to caliper brake line fitting bore to
force piston from caliper.
3.
Remove dust boot from caliper assembly, Figs. 1 and 2.
4.
Remove piston seal from cylinder and discard.
INSPECTION
1.
Check piston for scratches, scoring or damage. Replace, if necessary.
2.
Check caliper bore for scratches, scoring or corrosion. Light scratches or slight corrosion can be polished out using crocus cloth.
3.
Check that bleeder screw and bleeder screw bore hole in caliper are fully open.
4.
Check caliper bushings for corrosion and dust boot retaining ring for damage or tension loss. Replace parts as necessary.
