FAQ for Brake Caliper Repair
Q: How to install the brake caliper bracket-front?
A:
You need to install the brake caliper bracket to the steering knuckle, install the brake caliper bracket bolts, lubricate the brake caliper pin bolts with a thin coat of NIGLUBE(R) grease, install the brake pad retainers to the brake caliper bracket, install the brake pads to the brake caliper bracket, then install the brake caliper.
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29/10/2022 Q: What should be noticed in the piston removal procedure?
A:
You should use clean cloths to pad the interior of the caliper housing during piston removal. Use just enough air to ease the pistons out of the bores. If the pistons are blown out, even with the padding provided, it may be damaged.
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29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the brake caliper pin bolts?
A:
The recommended torque is 85 Nm (63 ft. lbs.).
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29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the rear brake caliper bracket bolts?
A:
The recommended torque is 124 Nm (94 ft. lbs.).
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29/10/2022 Q: Can you reuse the copper brake hose gaskets?
A:
No, you should install new copper brake hose gaskets.
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29/10/2022 Q: What should be noticed when removing the brake caliper from the mounting bracket?
A:
You need to discard the old caliper pin bolts, new bolts are supplied in the hardware kit. It is not necessary to disconnect the hydraulic brake flexible hose from the caliper.
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29/10/2022 Q: How to install the brake caliper bracket-rear?
A:
You need to install the brake caliper bracket, and the brake caliper bracket bolts, then lubricate the brake caliper pin bolts with a thin coat of high-temperature silicone lube, install the brake pad retainers to the brake caliper bracket, install the brake pads to the brake caliper bracket, and install the brake caliper.
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29/10/2022 Q: What kind of special tools will be required in the brake caliper overhaul - front?
A:
J35777 Caliper Piston Seal Installer.
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29/10/2022 Q: How to install the front disc brake hardware?
A:
You should apply a thin coat of NIGLUBE(R) to the caliper guide pin, install new caliper pin bolt boots, the brake caliper bracket, the brake pad retainers, and the brake pads, then remove the heavy mechanics wire, and install the brake caliper.
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29/10/2022 Q: What should be inspected for about the park brake actuator shaft sealing surface?
A:
You should inspect for fitting, rusting, and excessive corrosion.
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