FAQ for Brake Caliper Repair
Q: What should be noticed when replacing brake caliper overhaul (front/rear Bendix)?
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You can not place your fingers in front of the piston in an attempt to catch or protect it when applying compressed air. This could result in serious injury.
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29/10/2022 Q: How do I remove the C3500HD rear?
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You should apply the parking brake, block the wheels, raise and support the vehicle, remove the brake caliper, the brake rotor (with the hub) and the bolts and washers, and the brake caliper mounting plate.
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29/10/2022 Q: How can we adjust the brake caliper?
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We should remove the caliper, clean surfaces with a wire brush, smooth any deep nicks or gouges with a file, measure the caliper contact surface for wear, measure the caliper to anchor plate wear, replace the caliper, remeasure the bumper gap, and install a thicker shim or replace the components if the gap exceeds 1.50 mm (0.058 inches).
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29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque when installing the brake hose?
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The recommended torque is 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
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29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque when connecting the brake hose to the caliper?
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The recommended torque is 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.).
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29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque when installing the bolts and washers?
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You should tighten the brake shield (1) bolts to 26 Nm (19 ft. lbs.) and tighten the brake caliper mounting plate bolts to 105 Nm (78 ft. lbs.).
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for installing the bleeder valve?
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The recommended torque is 13 Nm (115 inch lbs.).
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29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque when installing the mounting bolt and the sleeve assemblies?
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The recommended torque is 51 Nm (38 ft. lbs.).
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29/10/2022 Q: What should be noticed when replacing the brake caliper (rear)?
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After removing the caliper assembly, you should inspect the inside of the caliper assembly for signs of fluid leakage.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What tools are required to replace brake caliper overhaul (front/rear Bendix)?
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J24548 Piston Seal Installer.
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