FAQ for Brake Caliper Repair
Q: What should you do before servicing the Brake Caliper Bracket?
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You should remove the brake caliper from the brake caliper bracket.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should be noticed when servicing the Rear Brake Caliper?
A:
Do not place your fingers in front of the piston to catch or protect the piston while applying compressed air. This could result in serious injury.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What special tool will I need when servicing the Rear Brake Caliper?
A:
You will need a universal driver and caliper boot seal installer.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the brake caliper pin bolts?
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The recommended torque is 60 N.m (44 ft. lbs.).
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should be done before servicing the Front Brake Caliper?
A:
You should inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should be noticed when servicing the Brake Caliper Bracket?
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If reusing the caliper bracket bolts the threads of the caliper bracket bolts and the threads of the knuckle mounting holes must be free of residue and debris before application of the thread locker to ensure proper adhesion and fastener retention.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the brake caliper bleeder valve?
A:
The recommended torque is 14 N.m (124-inch lbs.).
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should you do before servicing the Brake Caliper?
A:
You should remove the brake caliper from the vehicle.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What needs to be done before servicing the Rear Brake Caliper?
A:
You should inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
By BobGM Specialist
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