FAQ for Brake Caliper Repair
Q: How do you clean the hub flange?
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You can use the J 42450-A to clean the hub flange.
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29/10/2022 Q: What's the recommended torque for the brake caliper bracket bolts?
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The recommended torque is 185 N.m (137 ft. lbs.).
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29/10/2022 Q: What's the recommended torque for the brake hose bolt installed on the brake caliper?
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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 done before installing the caliper?
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You will need to seat the caliper boot in the caliper housing counterbore using the J 36349.
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29/10/2022 Q: How do you lubricate the new piston seal?
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You can lubricate the new piston seal with Delco Supreme 11 (R) (GM P/N 12377967) or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid from a clean, sealed brake fluid container.
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29/10/2022 Q: What's the recommended torque for the caliper bracket bolts?
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The recommended torque is 130 N.m (96 ft. lbs.).
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29/10/2022 Q: What should be done if corrosion is found on the brake caliper bolt shaft?
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You will need to replace the brake caliper bolt and the brake caliper bolt boot, and do not attempt to polish away the corrosion.
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29/10/2022 Q: Under what conditions should you replace the brake caliper piston?
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You will need to replace the brake caliper piston when the conditions such as scoring, nicks, corrosion, and worn or damaged chrome plating are found.
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29/10/2022 Q: What's the recommended torque for the brake caliper bolts?
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The recommended torque is 45 N.m (33 ft. lbs.).
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29/10/2022 Q: What's the recommended torque for the brake pedal?
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You can apply approximately 778 N.m (175 ft. lbs.) of force to the brake pedal for ten seconds.
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