Caliper Overhaul Disassembly and Assembly: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Suzuki Reno and 2005 Suzuki Forenza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the caliper assembly. Refer to "CALIPER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION :".
Remove the caliper guide pin that connects the caliper piston housing to the retaining frame.

Fig 1: Removing Caliper Guide Pin
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Remove the front pad brake set, including the pad springs, from the caliper. Refer to "BRAKE PADS REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION :".

Fig 2: Removing Front Pad Brake Set
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WARNING: Do not place fingers in front of the piston in an attempt to catch or protect it when applying compressed air. This could result in serious injury.

CAUTION: Insert a piece of hardwood into the caliper housing interior when removing the piston.
Using compressed air, blow out the piston from housing, and remove the outer piston seal.

Fig 3: Removing Piston From Housing
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Remove the inner seal.

Fig 4: Removing Inner Seal
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Remove the bleeder valve protector and the bleeder valve.

Fig 5: Removing Bleeder Valve Protector And Bleeder Valve
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