Disassembly & Assembly: Notes

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Remove the disc brake caliper. For additional information, refer to FRONT DISC BRAKE .
Secure the disc brake caliper in a vise.

NOTE: Do not hone the piston bores. If the bores are excessively scored or corroded, install a new brake disc caliper.

Fig 1: Identifying Different Components Of Brake Caliper - Front In Order Of Their Disassembling

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Disassemble the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.
To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.