Wheel Cylinder Overhaul

Note position of all parts as they are removed for proper installation.

DISASSEMBLE

Fig 28 Disassembled View Of Typical Wheel Cylinder:

1. Remove boots, pistons, cups and spring from wheel cylinder.
2. Wipe cylinder walls with denatured alcohol or clean brake fluid.
3. Examine cylinder bore. A scored bore may be honed providing the bore diameter is not increased more than 0.005 inch. Replace as necessary.
4. Check pistons for wear or damage. Replace as necessary.

ASSEMBLE
1. Before assembling, wash hands with soap and water so as not to contaminate rubber parts.
2. Use all parts contained in repair kit. Lubricate cylinder wall and rubber cups with brake fluid.
3. Properly install spring, cups, pistons and boots in housing.