RAM 1500 Van V6-3.9L VIN X (1997)
Brake Caliper: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Remove front wheel and tire assembly.
3. Disconnect caliper brake line.
4. Remove caliper mounting bolts, retainer clips and anti-rattle springs.
5. Remove caliper.
6. Remove brake shoes from caliper.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean caliper mounting adapter with wire brush. Then lubricate adapter slide surfaces with Mopar high temperature or multi-mileage grease.
2. Install outboard brake shoe in caliper,
3. Lubricate slide surfaces of caliper with Mopar high temperature or multi-mileage grease.
4. Install 0-ring in adapter, if removed.
5. Install caliper over rotor and into adapter.
6. Install caliper retainer clips, anti-rattle springs and mounting bolts, tighten bolts to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
7. Connect brake hose to caliper and tighten fitting bolt to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.). Use new seal washers to secure the hose fitting to the caliper.
CAUTION: Be sure the front hose is free of kinks or bends and is clear of all chassis and suspension components.
8. Fill master cylinder with Mopar brake fluid or equivalent.
9. Fill and bleed brake system. See: Brake Bleeding/Service and Repair
10. Install wheel and tire assembly and lower vehicle.
11. Apply brakes several times to seat caliper pistons and brake shoes. Be sure firm pedal is obtained before moving vehicle.
