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Disassembly and Assembly of Caliper Assembly: Disassembly

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  1. Remove caliper assembly. Refer to "REMOVAL .
  2. Remove sliding pin boot from torque member.
  3. Remove the retaining ring from the cylinder body using a screwdriver or suitable tool, as shown.
    Fig 1: Identifying Retaining Ring
    G04876708Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  4. Place a wooden block as shown, and blow air from union bolt mounting hole to remove pistons and piston boots.
    WARNING: Do not place your finger in front of piston.
    Fig 2: Blowing Air From Union Bolt
    G04876709Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  5. Remove piston seals from cylinder body using a screwdriver or suitable tool, as shown.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to damage cylinder inner wall.
    Fig 3: Identifying Piston Seal
    G04902227Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.