Disc Brake Calipers: Assembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Front Disc Brake Caliper Assembly

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

1 - CALIPER

2 - CALIPER PISTON SEAL

3 - CALIPER PISTON

4 - DUST BOOT

CAUTION: Dirt, oil, and solvents can damage caliper seals. Be sure the assembly area is clean and dry.

Lubricate the caliper piston, piston seals, and piston bore with clean brake fluid.
NOTE: Verify seal is fully seated into seal groove and not twisted.
Install the new piston seal (2) into the seal groove.
Install the new dust boot (4) on the caliper piston (3) and seat the dust boot lip into the piston groove.
Stretch the dust boot (4) rearward to straighten the boot folds, then move the boot forward until the fold snaps into place.
Install the piston (3) into the caliper bore and press the piston down to the bottom of the caliper bore by hand or with the handle of a hammer.
Seat the dust boot (4) in caliper (1).
Install the new caliper bleed screw.
Install the caliper. (Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISC BRAKE CALIPERS - INSTALLATION) .