Why do brake calipers go bad?
Brake calipers, mechanical components that help to slow the car’s wheels during braking, may either leak brake fluid or get stuck, lessening their effectiveness and calling for rebuilding or replacement.CalipersFamilyCar.com describes a caliper as a metal grip that allows pressure from incoming brake fluid to squeeze the brake pads against the rotor, slowing the attached wheel.LeaksCalipers depend on consistent brake fluid pressure to operate correctly. If a caliper begins to leak, it will not receive enough pressure to do its job, and the brake fluid may take on air, reducing its effectiveness.StickingCaliper components that stick in place instead of moving freely will malfunction by causing the car pull to one side when the driver applies the brakes, according to PJW Automotive.Caliper PistonThe brake fluid moves a lubricated piston inside the caliper to compress the brake pads against the rotor. Corrosion, built-up dirt or a lack of lubricant can impair piston motion.SolutionsCleani
