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(7) Remove caliper mounting bolt bushings and boots (Fig. 16). CLEANING Clean the caliper components with clean brake fluid or brake clean only. Wipe the caliper and piston CAUTION: Do not use gasoline, kerosene, paint INSPECTION The piston is made from a phenolic resin (plastic material) and should be smooth and clean. The piston must be replaced if cracked or scored. Do not attempt to restore a scored piston surface by CAUTION: If the caliper piston is replaced, install The bore can be lightly polished with a brake hone to remove very minor surface imperfections ASSEMBLY CAUTION: Dirt, oil, and solvents can damage cali- (1) Lubricate caliper piston bore, new piston seal and piston with clean brake fluid. (2) Lubricate caliper bushings and interior of bushing boots with silicone grease. Fig. 15 Piston Seal Removal 1 - REMOVE SEAL WITH WOOD PENCIL OR SIMILAR TOOL Fig. 16 Mounting Bolt Bushing And Boot 1 - CALIPER SLIDE BUSHING Fig. 17 Polishing Piston Bore 1 - SPECIAL HONE TJ BRAKES - BASE 5 - 13 DISC BRAKE CALIPERS (Continued) |