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Brake caliper bolt tightening torque?

Old 06-09-2016, 01:36 PM
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Default Brake caliper bolt tightening torque?

Any of the tech gurus know the tightening torque for the brake caliper and the caliper carrier bolts?
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Originally Posted by rez
Any of the tech gurus know the tightening torque for the brake caliper and the caliper carrier bolts?
Front or rear?
Old 06-09-2016, 07:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Bob Petruska
Front or rear?
planning to do both front and rear, thanks!
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Front:




Rear:

Old 06-10-2016, 08:57 AM
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Thanks spijun! And thanks for the extra detail!

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Default Brake caliper carrier bracket

Any idea why it says "Always renew if removed" because they don't appear to be TTY bolts
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The "always renew" suggestion is likely a liability thing, I'm being kind because I'm sure they don't make any $$ off this stuff - hah ! It's been around for a while amongst all manufacturers.As you stated the exceptions are TTY "stretch bolts" and any hardware components that are visually in need of replacement.
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In my experiences in the case of bolt number 4 they come with locktite pre-installed. As Murray said more than likely a liability thing. I have reused them without issue by re-applying locktite.
Bolt 16 & 17 are obviously TTY and should be replaced.
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Yes the "locktite" observation is very valid.Usually blue but sometimes green.It's also always wise to clean out the threaded surfaces with brake cleaner etc.
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Does anyone here know where if local auto part stores carry the front brake bolts 3 and 4 as well as the rear bolts 4, 16, and 17? Or should I just go to the dealer to get them

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