FAQ for Brake Caliper Repair
Q: What should be done if reusing the brake caliper pin bolts and retainers?
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You will need to clean the brake caliper pin bolts and retainers using denatured alcohol, or equivalent.
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29/10/2022 Q: How many guide pin bolts are needed?
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2guide pin bolts attach.
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29/10/2022 Q: What's the preliminary procedure for replacing the Rear Brake Caliper (JL9)?
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The procedure is to remove the tire and wheel, then remove the brake hose from the caliper, and disconnect the park brake cable from the caliper.
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29/10/2022 Q: What's the preliminary procedure for replacing the Rear Brake Caliper (J55)?
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The procedure is to raise the vehicle, remove the tire and wheels, then remove the brake hose from the brake caliper.
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29/10/2022 Q: What's the preliminary procedure for replacing the Front Brake Caliper Bracket (JL9)?
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The procedure is to remove the tire and wheel, remove the brake caliper and support with heavy mechanics wire or equivalent, and avoid disconnecting the brake flexible hose from the caliper, next remove the brake pads.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What's the preliminary procedure for replacing the Front Brake Caliper (JL9)?
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The procedure is to raise and support the vehicle, then remove the tire and wire assembly, and remove the brake hose from the brake caliper.
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29/10/2022 Q: Can I allow the open-end wrench to come in contact with the brake caliper?
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No, you cannot.
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29/10/2022 Q: What should I attach importance to when replacing the guide pin bolts?
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You should install an open-end wrench to hold the caliper guide pin in line with the brake caliper while replacing the caliper guide pin bolt. You can't allow the open-end wrench to come in contact with the brake caliper.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What's the preliminary procedure for replacing the Rear Brake Caliper Bracket (J55)?
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The procedure is to remove the brake caliper and then the brake pads.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What's the preliminary procedure for replacing the Rear Brake Caliper Bracket (JL9)?
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The procedure is to remove the brake pads.
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