Mustang GT V8-4.6L SOHC VIN X (1998)
Brake Caliper: Description and Operation
Brake Caliper
Front
The front disc brake caliper assembly consists of the following:
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pin slider-type housing
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inner and outer brake lining assemblies
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a single caliper piston
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disc brake pad anti-rattle clip
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front disc brake caliper anchor plate
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wheel cylinder bleeder screw
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two disc brake caliper locating pins which serve as retaining bolts
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rectangular section rubber piston seal
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molded rubber dust boot
Rear
The rear disc brake caliper consists of:
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a pin-slider type housing.
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single rear disc brake piston and adjuster.
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rear disc support bracket.
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two lubricated disc brake caliper locating pins positioning the rear disc brake caliper relative to the rear disc support bracket.
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rubber slide pin boot seals that prevent lubricant washout and pin corrosion.