FAQ for Brake Caliper Repair
Q: Can the brake hose fitting gaskets be reused?
A:
No, do not reuse the brake hose fitting gaskets.
By OmarGM Specialist
21/03/2022 Q: What is the recommended bolt torque for the 2 brake caliper bracket bolts?
A:
The recommended bolt torque is 180 Nm (133 lb-ft).
By BobGM Specialist
19/03/2022 Q: What is the recommended bolt torque for the brake caliper guide pin bolts?
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The recommended bolt torque is 64Nm (47 lb-ft).
By BobGM Specialist
19/03/2022 Q: What is the recommended bolt torque for the fitting bolt?
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The recommended bolt torque is 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
By BobGM Specialist
19/03/2022 Q: What should you do when the brake caliper is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible brake hose is still connected?
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Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic wire, or equivalent.
By BobGM Specialist
17/03/2022 Q: What should you inspect for if necessary?
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Inspect the disc brake hardware for damage and replace it.
By OmarGM Specialist
17/03/2022 Q: What will need to be removed to access the part?
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You will need to remove the tire and wheel assembly.
By OmarGM Specialist
17/03/2022 Q: How do you inspect the brake caliper?
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You can inspect the brake caliper housing for damage, the caliper piston boot seal, and the caliper pistons.
By OmarGM Specialist
16/03/2022 Q: What is the installation procedure for the brake caliper?
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The procedure is to install the brake caliper, the caliper guide pin bolts, the brake hose, and the tire/wheel.
By OmarGM Specialist
15/03/2022 Q: What is the proper way to remove the brake caliper?
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The proper way is to remove the tire/wheel, brake hose fitting bolt, brake hose fitting gasket, and brake caliper.
By OmarGM Specialist
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