What to do if your front brake caliper gets stuck?

Though not necessary, small amount of blue Loctite (or a comparable workable threadlocker) on the caliper bolt threads will not only help keep the bolt in place, but also helps prevent corrosion between the nut and bolt. These steps should help prevent this from happening next time. A a side note.

How do you remove a caliper bolt from a car?

Choose the suitable sized socket, hex-head bit or Torx-head bit to remove the caliper bolts. 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.

How often should you break a caliper bolt?

Repeat Step 3 as often as necessary in order to break the internal corroded seal of the bolt. The hotter the bracket gets, the more it will expand away from the bolts, and better chance of success.

What should I do if my brake nut is stuck?

Upon re-assembly, apply a very light film of grease to ouside of the brake bolt and the non-threaded section of the caliper bolt. Though not necessary, small amount of blue Loctite (or a comparable workable threadlocker) on the caliper bolt threads will not only help keep the bolt in place, but also helps prevent corrosion between the nut and bolt.

Repeat Step 3 as often as necessary in order to break the internal corroded seal of the bolt. The hotter the bracket gets, the more it will expand away from the bolts, and better chance of success.