Sorento 4WD V6-3.3L (2008)
Brake Caliper: Overhaul
Disassembly
DISASSEMBLY (CALIPER)
1. Remove the pad.
2. Remove the piston boot from the housing, and then remove the piston.
NOTE:
Using a wire hanger or equivalent, remove the caliper so as not to damage the brake hose.
3. Remove the piston by applying compressed air through the brake hose fitting.
NOTE:
Do not place your fingers in front of the piston when using compressed air.
4. Remove the piston seal carefully so as not to damage the cylinder wall.
5. Clean all removed parts with the specified fluid.
CAUTION:
Rubber parts should be replaced with new ones but if you want to reuse them, don't put them in alcohol for more than thirty minutes.
Reassembly
REASSEMBLY (CALIPER)
1. When disassembling the caliper assembly, use a new piston seal and boot.
2. Apply the recommended fluid to the bearing part of the piston seal and piston. Insert the piston seal into grooves inside the caliper, being careful
not to twist the seal.
