Cabrio GL L4-2.0L (ABA) (2001)
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Brake Caliper: Service and Repair
Rear
Rear brake caliper, servicing
Note:
When repairing, apply a thin coat of brake fluid to cylinders, pistons and seals.
Install all parts in repair kit
Before installing caliper, it must be filled with brake fluid and pre-bled
New calipers are supplied filled with brake fluid and pre-bled
Exploded View Of Rear Caliper
1. 35 Nm (26 ft lb)
Always replace
Counterhold guide bolts while loosening/tightening
2. Piston seal
Refer to Rear brake caliper piston, removing and installing
3. Piston
Refer to Rear brake caliper piston, removing and installing
4. Dust boot
Pull outer sealing lip onto piston
5. Cap
6. Bleeder screw
Apply a thin coat of brake cylinder paste before screwing in
7. Brake caliper
Replace if leaking fluid at parking brake lever
Fill with fluid and pre-bleed before installing
8. Guide pins
Lubricate with grease before installing protective cap
9. Protective cap
Install on guide bolts and brake pad carrier
10. Brake pad carrier
Supplied as replacement part with pre-lubricated guide bolts and protective caps.
If protective caps or guide bolts are damaged install repair kit and use grease pack supplied to lubricate guide bolts.