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Disassembly/Assembly

1. Remove excess dirt from caliper assembly, then remove and discard dust boot.
2. Place a piece of wood in caliper and gently blow compressed air into brake line hole to help force out piston. Do not pry piston out, as you may damage assembly.
3. Inspect piston for wear and corrosion. Replace as needed.
4. Remove piston seal and discard.
5. Remove and inspect bleeder screw. Replace as needed.
6. Inspect caliper body. Repair or replace as needed.
7. Reverse procedure to install using new seal and dust boot.