Taurus V6-182 3.0L DOHC SHO (1992)
Brake Caliper
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove the caliper assembly.
2. Remove brake pads.
NOTICE: Inner pad removal force may be as high as 45-90 Nm (10-20 ft lb).
3. Apply air pressure to the fluid port in the caliper with a rubber-tipped nozzle to remove the piston.
CAUTION: Do not use a screwdriver or any similar tool to pry piston out of bore. It will result in damage to piston. Cushion piston's impact
against caliper when blowing it out of bore by placing shop towels or rags between piston and caliper bridge.
4. Remove the dust boot from the caliper assembly.
5. Remove the rubber piston seal from the cylinder and discard it.
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
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Clean all metal parts with isopropyl alcohol or brake parts cleaner. Then, clean out and dry the grooves and passageways with compressed air.
Make sure caliper bore and component parts are thoroughly clean.
Piston Inspection
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Check the cylinder bore and piston for surface irregularities or small chips and cracks. Replace piston if damaged.
