Contour V6-153 2.5L DOHC VIN L SFI (1997)
Brake Caliper: Service and Repair
Front
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove disc brake caliper.
CAUTION: Do not use a screwdriver or any similar tool to pry caliper piston out of bore. It will result in damage to piston. Cushion piston's
impact against disc brake caliper when blowing it out of bore by placing shop towels or wood block between piston and caliper bridge.
WARNING: USE ONLY AS MUCH COMPRESSED AIR AS NECESSARY TO REMOVE THE PISTON. EXCESSIVE PRESSURE
CAN FORCE THE PISTON OUT OF THE BORE WITH ENOUGH FORCE TO CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY. NEVER ATTEMPT
TO CATCH THE PISTON BY HAND AS IT COMES OUT OF THE BORE.
Single Piston Caliper Component Location (Part 1 Of 2)
Single Piston Caliper Component Location (Part 2 Of 2)
2. Remove the caliper piston using air pressure. Apply air pressure to the fluid port in the disc brake caliper with rubber tipped air gun to remove
caliper piston. If caliper piston is seized and cannot be forced from the disc brake caliper, tap lightly around the caliper piston while applying air
pressure. If piston still will not come out caliper will need to be replaced.
3. Remove the dust boot from the caliper piston.
4. Remove brake piston seal from disc brake caliper.
INSPECTION
CAUTION: Do not use denatured alcohol for flushing the system or cleaning assemblies where alcohol could be trapped and cause eventual
failure of rubber components in the system. Denatured alcohol is acceptable for cleaning parts, provided the parts are completely air-dried and