How to remove rear brake caliper carrier bolts?
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…
What’s the name of the caliper bracket bolts?
On mine, the front 2 and rear 2 caliper bracket bolts are called a Torque-to-yield fastener. A torque to yield fastener (TTY) or stretch bolt is a fastener which is torqued beyond the state of elasticity and therefore undergoes plastic deformation, causing it to become permanently elongated. This is why they are a one time use.
How big of a socket do you need for brake pins?
Discussion in ‘ Touring Models ‘ started by soulshaker, Aug 22, 2009 . I can’t seem to find a socket for my 2004 ultra classic’s brake pad pins. I was told that it takes a 1/4″ 12 pt. socket, but the socket wall is too thick to fit over bolt. ( not enough space between bolt and caliper ) Is it a 12pt 1/4″ bolt or does it take a special wrench?
What’s the best way to remove a caliper mount?
*Easiest way is to put end with squealer in then use small flat-blade to lever the bottom tab into place. *keep old pad on piston side and use caliper tool or c-clamp. Make sure it is fully pressed back in OFFGRID, aggrex, Gps2808 [OP] and 1 other person like this. Welcome to the site! Gps2808 [OP] likes this. Oh and welcome from Oklahoma.
Is it possible to remove the front brake caliper?
If you want, you can take the entire carier/caliper out and take your time with the floating pin bolts. This can be accomplished by loosening 2 bolts on the carrier, remember to compress the caliper piston with a C-clamp, open the reservoir while doing it. Autozone aftermarket hex size does not automatically translate into OE size.
On mine, the front 2 and rear 2 caliper bracket bolts are called a Torque-to-yield fastener. A torque to yield fastener (TTY) or stretch bolt is a fastener which is torqued beyond the state of elasticity and therefore undergoes plastic deformation, causing it to become permanently elongated. This is why they are a one time use.
Can a rubber boot be used to remove a caliper?
The rubber boot should be no hinderance. Autozone aftermarket hex size does not automatically translate into OE size. If you want, you can take the entire carier/caliper out and take your time with the floating pin bolts.
Discussion in ‘ Touring Models ‘ started by soulshaker, Aug 22, 2009 . I can’t seem to find a socket for my 2004 ultra classic’s brake pad pins. I was told that it takes a 1/4″ 12 pt. socket, but the socket wall is too thick to fit over bolt. ( not enough space between bolt and caliper ) Is it a 12pt 1/4″ bolt or does it take a special wrench?
How big is an allen wrench for a caliper?
They is a raised edge above the Allen sockets. Real hard to get to or see. A 3/8’s sloppy, a 10mm sloppy, 12mm & 1/2in no fit. There 1/2 sizes? Another special “Ford Tool”? Sears and Napa have up to 3/8’s “Caliper bits” try the 9mm. Bigger then a 10mm. Which is the bigest size they sell. A 12mm is way too big. Went thru all the mm and SAE sizes.
Can you replace a caliper with a 10mm bolt?
But don’t even remove them, the pads can be replaced with the bracket still on the caliper. So remove the two 18mm bolts and remove the complete caliper/bracket as an assembly. A 10mm does not work.
What kind of wrench do I need for brake disc pins?
That said most all open/box wrenches are 12 point on the box end side.If youre in the 1/4″ area you may try a 6mm or 7mm box wrench or even a 6.3mm {yes crazy but on all Fords}. Thanks, I have tries a 6 and 7 mm. but socket wall is too thick.
What kind of socket to remove rear brake caliper?
The caliper bolts often rust in place making them extremely difficult to remove. I snapped the head off of one trying to remove it, which required most of the suspension to be disassembled to remove the cast spindle to drill out the bolt.
They is a raised edge above the Allen sockets. Real hard to get to or see. A 3/8’s sloppy, a 10mm sloppy, 12mm & 1/2in no fit. There 1/2 sizes? Another special “Ford Tool”? Sears and Napa have up to 3/8’s “Caliper bits” try the 9mm. Bigger then a 10mm. Which is the bigest size they sell. A 12mm is way too big. Went thru all the mm and SAE sizes.
How much torque does a rear brake caliper have?
Reassembly in the book said 66lbs of torque plus a quarter turn, I do not know how that I can equate to 500lbs or more to break the thing loose. Yes, I agree VW are bastards, I am not enjoying the Triple square, Torx bolts, and Allen bolts that they are putting all over gods green cars.
But don’t even remove them, the pads can be replaced with the bracket still on the caliper. So remove the two 18mm bolts and remove the complete caliper/bracket as an assembly. A 10mm does not work.
How do you remove a bolt from a sliding caliper?
Attach the tool to a breaker bar and try to remove the bolt. Do not use excessive force if the bolt does not break free. Light up the torch and apply heat around the bracket the bolt threats into on the back of the brake assembly. Do not apply heat to the sliding caliper itself.
What can I use to keep my caliper from sticking?
Apply a coat of anti-seize compound to the threads of the caliper bolt, and a fresh coat of grease to that flat bolt shanks. The grease will prevent sticking the next time, and allow the caliper to slide more freely on the bolts, making for better breaking and more even pad wear.
Why are my brake caliper bolts getting stuck?
Brake caliper bolts are particularly susceptible to getting stuck, particularly on Rust Belt cars that regularly run on wet or salted roads. The bad news is that there’s no guarantee you’ll be able to remove the bolt without breaking something.
