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Originally Posted by spc2125
what if i want to take the whole caliper off. (like from the breakline) what wll i need to do when i put it back on
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Unless you have a reason to remove it DONT. The copper wires Kenny mentioned are seals and also known as crush washers. Even if you reuse it, it may possibly leak.
If for whatever reason you HAVE to take it off... Take a set of vise grips and clamp down tight on the rubber hose. This will help minimize the ammount of bleeding necessary after reassembly.
Now if you want to pull the caliper off the rotor- Loosen the brake reservoir cap. Remove the two bolts into the caliper bracket. Grab the caliper and pull it on an angle to force the piston back in. Pull on it for a good 5-10 seconds. The caliper will lift right off then without damaging the piston. Using a pry bar can damage the piston and rip the rubber boot.