Ranger 4WD V6-171 2.8L (1983)
If the nut end of the bolt is on the outside of the caliper, use the following procedure:
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Remove the nut from the bolt.
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Depress the lead tang on the end of the upper caliper pin with a screwdriver while tapping on the pin with a hammer. Continue tapping until the
lead tang is depressed by the v-slot.
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Place one end of a punch (1/2 inch or smaller) against the end of the caliper pin and drive the caliper pin out of the caliper toward the inside of
the vehicle. Do not use a screwdriver or other edged tool to help drive out the caliper pin as the v-grooves may be damaged.
5. Remove the lower caliper pin per the procedure in Step 4.
6. Remove the caliper from the rotor. If the caliper is to be removed for service, remove the brake hose from the caliper.
CAUTION: Do not let the caliper hang with its weight on the brake hose.
7. Remove the outer lining. Remove the anti-rattle clips and remove the inner lining.
