Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Disassembly





BRAKE (FRONT): FRONT BRAKE: DISASSEMBLY

1. REMOVE CYLINDER BOOT

(a) Using a screwdriver, remove the set ring and cylinder boot from the disc brake cylinder.





NOTICE:
Be careful not to damage the brake piston or cylinder.

HINT
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

2. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE PISTON

(a) Place a piece of cloth between the piston and disc brake cylinder.





(b) Apply compressed air to remove the piston from the disc brake cylinder.

CAUTION:
Do not place your fingers in front of the piston when using compressed air.

NOTICE:
Do not allow any brake fluid to spatter.

3. REMOVE PISTON SEAL

(a) Using a screwdriver, remove the piston seal from the disc brake cylinder.





NOTICE:
Do not damage the inner surface or piston seal groove of the cylinder.

HINT
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

4. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG CAP

5. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG