What is a brake lever? What does the brake lever do? What are the signs of brake caliper failure How do I replace my brake caliper? What causes the brake caliper to fail?
What is Brake Caliper?
Modern disc brake systems have brake calipers as one of their most critical components. To slow down or stop the vehicle, the brake pads move with the hydraulic system. The master cylinder pushes brake fluid pressure through the pedal to the caliper when the pedal is depressed. This presses the brake pads against each disc by applying pressure to the piston in the caliper.
The brake system of most vehicles is a disc front and drum rear. Some vehicles have a disc brake system at all four wheels. The brake caliper, a component of the disc-brake system, is also included. All four tires on a vehicle will have a brake caliper if they are all disc brakes. If there are two disc brakes and two drums on the vehicle, the front will only have calipers.
Why Brake Caliper Failed?
Long-term brake caliper use can cause brake calipers to age and lose performance. Heat from friction is the most significant factor behind performance loss. The excess heat produced by braking heats the calipers. Over time, this heat causes damage to the seals in the caliper. The calipers can leak brake fluid if the gaskets become worn. Also, faulty calipers can cause rapid wear on the brake pads. You should take the vehicle to a master brake technician.
Brake Caliper Problem Symptoms
- – Breathing sounds that are unusually loud
- – The vehicle pulls to the left or right when the brake is applied.
- – When lightly pressed, the brake pedal becomes soft and descends to the ground in a spongy fashion.
- Brake fluid leaks can occur.
- – The brake pedal may not return back to its normal position after you release it.
- It will be very difficult for the vehicle’s brake system to work properly.
How do I replace the brake caliper?
- Brake calipers, brake pads and brake hoses are to be removed and replaced.
- – Brake disks need to be checked.
- – The brake line hoses must be inspected.
- – The brake fluid needs to be changed.
- – Fluid leaks are checked in the brake system.
- – The brakes system is bled.
- – Wheels are fitted and tightened according to manufacturer specifications.
- – Check the performance of your brake system.
It is important to check and maintain the brake system at regular intervals. The calipers will fail if the pads are worn. It is important to change your brake fluid every other day (approx. 50,000 km.). Hydraulic leaks are visible in the master cylinder or the calipers. You should have your brake system checked if you notice the brake pedals becoming softer.
