Explorer 2WD V6-245 4.0L SOHC VIN E EFI (1997)
Brake Caliper: Service and Repair
Rear
Adapter
REMOVAL
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Disconnect the parking brake rear cable and conduit.
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Remove the axle shaft.
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Remove the parking brake shoe and linings.
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Remove the nuts and the rear wheel disc brake adapter.
INSTALLATION
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Disassembly and Assembly
DISASSEMBLY:
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Remove the rear disc brake caliper.
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Drain the remaining brake fluid from the rear disc brake caliper.
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Secure the rear disc brake caliper in a vise.
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Remove the caliper piston.
1. Place a block of wood between the caliper bridge and the caliper piston.
2. Apply low air pressure to the fluid port in the rear disc brake caliper.
3. Force the caliper piston out to the block of wood.
4. Remove the block of wood and the caliper piston.
NOTE: Do not hone the cylinder bore. Pistons are not available for honed cylinder bores. If the rear disc brake caliper cylinder bore is
excessively scored or corroded, replace the rear disc brake caliper.
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Remove and discard the piston seal and dust boot.
ASSEMBLY:
