Can a stuck rotor or caliper be removed?
Removing a stuck wheel, brake rotor or caliper bracket that has fallen victim to corrosion can be a real knuckle buster. But if you know a few secrets, then you can avoid getting stuck. Just remember that corrosion is not normal on some brake components like brake pads and shoes.
How to remove rear brake caliper carrier bolts?
Modern VW rear brake caliper carrier bolts are very difficult to reach without this tool. Average sized socket wrenches will hit the upper control arm. In this video we show how much easier this tool set makes the job. Loading…
Why are brake caliper bolts called bracket bolts?
Plain and simple. They’re often called “caliper bracket bolts” because they attach to the part of your caliper called the bracket, and hold it tight to the spindle or steering knuckle. Torque Talk… Now a word about torque, the twisting force that tightens a bolt. Because caliper bolts MUST stay on, they need a LOT of torque.
Is there a way to remove the rear rotors?
JMAN – one of the moderators here encountered the same problem, and described it here: https://www.pathfindertalk.com/forum/57-how-forum/31426-brake-maintenance.html But it is not clear how you can remove this bolt and/or remove the rear rotors. I will be very grateful if you can help me out here ..
Why is it important to remove brake caliper bolts?
Just like any other fastener, the brake caliper bolts work best when they are removed and installed properly. Due to their location and tendency to become corroded with debris, the brake caliper bolts can become rusty and quite difficult to remove. So, to reduce the potential of damage, removing the bolts correctly is an important first step.
How much torque does a caliper bracket need?
Torque ranges can vary from 30- to 110-ft/lbs. Also, some bracket bolts can be torque-to-yield or require liquid tread lockers. 7. Over torquing the caliper guide pin bolts: Caliper guide pin bolts typically need a 13mm wrench to remove.
How do you remove a caliper from a pathfinder?
Either a caliper bolt is hindered by a brake line or a caliper bracket bolt is hindered by a suspension component. All you need is a box end wrench for the bracket bolts with limited access. You can pivot the caliper on one bolt like mentioned above or remove the whole assembly with the bracket.
What kind of wrench do you need to remove caliper guide pins?
Also, some bracket bolts can be torque-to-yield or require liquid tread lockers. 7. Over torquing the caliper guide pin bolts: Caliper guide pin bolts typically need a 13mm wrench to remove. It is a rookie mistake to go nuts on these bolts and break the heads off. Typically these bolts require only 25- to 35-ft/lbs of torque. Be gentle! 8.
Removing a stuck wheel, brake rotor or caliper bracket that has fallen victim to corrosion can be a real knuckle buster. But if you know a few secrets, then you can avoid getting stuck. Just remember that corrosion is not normal on some brake components like brake pads and shoes.
What’s the best way to remove brake rotors?
If brake cleaner and some elbow grease doesn’t do the trick, remove the rotors (if the caliper assembly and bracket are removed, this may be as simple as using an impact screwdriver to loosen an anchor screw (not present on all vehicles), and then sliding the rotor off the lugs.
How do you remove a caliper from a car?
Here’s how: Use a box-end wrench to loosen the bolts holding the caliper assembly to the guide pins on the caliper bracket and remove them. Lift the caliper assembly free of the rotor and secure it in a position in the wheel well where it can hang without causing damage to the brake line.
What’s the best way to remove brake pads?
Use a box-end wrench to loosen and remove the bolts securing the caliper bracket (which holds the pads). Remove this and set aside. As long as the brakes are apart, we recommend that you take a moment to inspect the pads for glazing on the surface (a crystalline appearance). It’s also a good time to measure the thickness of the brake pads.
What happens if you over torquing a caliper bracket?
Not properly torquing the caliper bracket bolts: Not all caliper bracket bolts are the same. Torque ranges can vary from 30- to 110-ft/lbs. Also, some bracket bolts can be torque-to-yield or require liquid tread lockers. 7. Over torquing the caliper guide pin bolts: Caliper guide pin bolts typically need a 13mm wrench to remove.
What to do if your brake rotor won’t come off?
If your rotor still isn’t coming off after using this technique, try using some penetrating fluid, or a bigger hammer. Jeremy Clarkson would be very proud of the last statement 😉 If you have any questions regarding the video, you know where to throw them!! Thanks for watching 🙂
What happens if you hang your brake caliper by the hose?
10. Hanging the brake caliper by the hose: Nothing is more painful than to watch a brake caliper do a bungee jump from a control arm or knuckle and watch it dangle by the brake hose. This can cause damage to internal structure of the hose that can cause a soft pedal or a rupture. What was your biggest mistake while doing a brake job?