TM 9-2320-280-34
This task covers:
a. Disassembly
c.
Inspection
b. Cleaning
d. Assembly
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools
Equipment Condition
General mechanic's tool kit:
Disc brake caliper removed (TM 9-2320-280-20).
automotive (Appendix G, Item 1)
General Safety Instructions
Materials/Parts
Hold caliper so piston is facing away from
Service brake caliper kit
your body. Keep fingers out of space
(Appendix E, Item 50)
between piston and wood block.
Abrasive crocus cloth (Appendix B, Item 10)
Compressed air will not exceed 30 psi
Brake fluid, silicone (Appendix B, Item 9)
(207 kPa). Eyeshield must be worn.
Manual References
Maintenance Level
TM 9-2320-280-20
Direct support
TM 9-2320-280-24P
a. Disassembly
WARNING
Hold caliper so piston is facing away from your body. Keep fingers
out of space between piston and wood block. Failure to do this may
cause injury.
Compressed air used for cleaning purposes will not exceed 30 psi
(207 kPa). Use only with effective chip guarding and personal
protective equipment (goggles/shield, gloves, etc.).
1.
Insert wood block between jaw of caliper (3) and piston (1).
2.
Remove piston (1) from caliper (3) by applying air pressure to hose inlet (2) of caliper (3).
CAUTION
Do not use metal tools to remove dust boot and gasket. It could
damage caliper bore.
3.
Remove piston dust boot (4) and gasket (5) from caliper bore (6). Discard dust boot (4) and
gasket (5).
4.
Remove bleeder screw (7) from caliper (3).
b. Cleaning
Clean disc brake caliper components in accordance with para. 2-13.
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