Disassembly and Assembly of Caliper Assembly: Disassembly

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Remove piston by turning it counterclockwise with suitable commercial service tool or long nose pliers.

Fig 1: Installing Commercial Service Tool
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Fig 2: Removing Piston Using Long Nose Pliers
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Pry off ring A from piston with suitable pliers and remove cup, adjuster, bearing, spacers, and wave washer.

Fig 3: Prying Off Ring From Piston
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Disassemble cylinder body.
1. Pry off ring B with suitable pliers, then remove spring cover, spring and seat.
2. Pry off ring C, then remove key plate, push rod and rod.
  
  Fig 4: Prying Off Rings Using Suitable Pliers
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3. Remove piston seal with a suitable tool.
  CAUTION: Be careful not to damage cylinder body.
Fig 5: Removing Piston Seal Using Suitable Tool
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Remove return spring, toggle lever and cable guide.

Fig 6: Removing Return Spring, Toggle Lever & Cable Guide
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