Front Brake Caliper Service and Repair for E 350 Van V8-73L Diesel Turbo
Brake Caliper: Service and Repair
Front
DISASSEMBLY
Dual Piston Brake Caliper
1. Drain the fluid from the cylinders.
2. Secure the caliper assembly in a vise.
3. Place a block of wood between the caliper bridge and the cylinders, and apply low pressure air to the brake hose inlet. The pistons will be forced
out to the wood block.
Removing Caliper Piston
4. Remove the wood block, and remove the pistons.
5. Remove and discard the piston seals and boots.
6. If the caliper assembly is leaking, replace the piston assemblies. If the cylinder bores are scored, corroded or excessively worn, replace the caliper.
Do not hone the cylinder bores. Piston assemblies are not available for oversize bores.
