Alero L4-144 2.4L DOHC VIN T SFI (2000)
Brake Caliper: Service and Repair
Brake Caliper Overhaul
Front
Disassembly Procedure
1. Remove the front brake caliper. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Front.
Caution: Do not place your fingers in front of the piston in order to catch or protect the piston while applying compressed air. This could
result in serious injury.
Notice: Use clean cloths to pad interior of caliper housing during piston removal. Use just enough air to ease the pistons out of the bores. If the
pistons are blown out, even with the padding provided, it may be damaged.
2. Remove the piston. Blow compressed air into the caliper inlet hole (2). The piston will come out through the piston boot.
3. Inspect the piston for the following conditions:
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Scoring
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Gouges
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Corrosion
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Worn or damaged surface
Replace the piston if any of the above conditions are found.
4. Remove the caliper boot (2). Do not scratch the housing bore.
Notice: Do not use a metal tool for seal removal. Damage to the caliper bore or the seal grooves can result.