Grand Cherokee 2WD V8-5.2L VIN Y (1998)
Drilling Out Splash Shield Rivets
9. Drill out rivets that retain splash shield to caliper bracket. If rivet heads did not come completely off after drilling, remove remaining pieces with
small chisel.
NOTE: Rivets do not have to be replaced. They are used to keep the boot in place during manufacturing.
10. Then remove cam and lever from splash shield and bracket. Note position of cam and lever for installation reference.
Caliper Bracket, Splash Shield And Lever Boot
11. Separate splash shield and caliper bracket. Then remove lever boot from bracket.
INSTALLATION
1. If original bracket and shield will be reused, clean them with Mopar carb and brake cleaner. Also clean shoe contact pad surfaces of shield with
400 grit paper. Lubricate pad surfaces with light coat of Mopar multi-mileage grease.
Applying Adhesive To Parking Brake Lever Boot
2. Apply thin coat of contact cement or silicone adhesive to new lever boot and to boot mounting area of caliper bracket. Apply adhesive to areas
where boot and bracket contact one another. Adhesive is needed to hold boot in position when splash shield is attached to bracket.