FAQ for Brake Caliper Repair
Q: What is the recommended torque for the brake hose bolt?
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The recommended torque is 54 N.m (40 ft. lbs.).
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29/10/2022 Q: What should be noted when disassembling the Brake Caliper?
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You should be careful not to place fingers in front of the caliper piston(s) in an attempt to catch or protect it when applying compressed air. The piston(s) can fly out with force and could result in serious bodily injury.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should be noted when removing the brake caliper bolts?
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You should not allow calipers to hang from the flexible hoses.
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29/10/2022 Q: How to assemble the Brake Caliper?
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You should install the bleeder valve, the bleeder valve cap, the new lubricated piston seal, the lubricated piston boot, the brake caliper piston, and the brake caliper.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What kind of special tools will be used in the assembly of the Brake Caliper?
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The J 36349 Dust Boot Seal Installer shall be used for the assembly of the Brake Caliper.
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29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the bleeder valve?
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The recommended torque is 11 Nm (97-inch lbs.).
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29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the brake caliper bolts?
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The recommended torque is 85 N.m (63 ft. lbs.).
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29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the brake pedal?
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The recommended torque is 778 N.m (175 ft. lbs.).
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29/10/2022 Q: How to install the Brake Caliper/Knuckle?
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You should install the tire and wheel, lower the vehicle, fill the master cylinder to the proper level with new clean brake fluid, and pump the brake pedal (3/4 of a full stroke) to obtain a firm brake pedal.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should be noted when installing the Brake Caliper/Knuckle?
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You should be careful not to move the vehicle until a firm brake pedal is obtained.
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