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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2014OUTBACK 2.5I, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESMECHANICAL - HYDRAULICBRAKE SYSTEMFRONT DISC BRAKE ASSEMBLYDISASSEMBLY
2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard Trans
Front Disc Brake Assembly: Disassembly
2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard TransSECTION Disassembly
CAUTION:
Be careful not to allow foreign matter to enter the brake hose connector.
- Remove mud and foreign matter from the caliper body.
- Remove the piston.
- Place a wooden block in the caliper body as shown in the figure to prevent the piston from jumping out and being damaged.
- Using an air gun, gradually apply compressed air via the brake hose installation hole to push the piston out.
- Remove the piston boot from caliper body cylinder.
- Remove the piston seal from caliper body cylinder.CAUTION: Do not damage the cylinder and piston seal groove.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.