Brake Caliper Replacement

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Mobile Brake Caliper Replacement at your home or office

Vehicles are a necessity of life, but when your car screams its way into the nearest parking spot, it’s time to call a mobile mechanic - a professional that can determine a need for Brake Caliper Replacement at your home or office. They can get the job done while you continue life.

WHAT IS BRAKE CALIPER REPLACEMENT?

When the brake is applied, the brake fluid will flow from the master cylinder to the calipers. This applies pressure on the piston, located inside the caliper, and the pressure pushes the brake pads against the rotors. This will either slow or stop your vehicle. In time these calipers can become worn, causing a malfunction in the brakes, so a brake caliper replacement will be required.

HOW IS BRAKE CALIPER REPLACEMENT DONE?

When Wrench quotes you a price for the repair, our mobile mechanic comes to your home or place of business and will then perform the work at the agreed upon price.

After removing the wheel and the old caliper, a special tool is used to compress the piston fully into the new caliper. Once the brake line is attached to the new caliper and the new brake pads are fitted, they will make sure everything is bolted firmly in place - including tightening the brake hose.

Your mobile mechanic will then bleed the brake lines, put the wheel back on and the brake caliper replacement is complete. And since the mechanic has come to you, you’ve been able to go about your day without being inconvenienced with long wait times at a service department.

RECOMMENDATIONS

Brake calipers come in pairs and should be replaced in pairs.

SYMPTOMS THAT INDICATE YOU NEED A BRAKE CALIPER REPLACEMENT

  • brake fluid leakage
  • brake pedal feels soft
  • high pitch noise when stopping
  • car pulls to the left or right

The main way to check if you need a brake caliper replacement is to remove the wheel, but a professional mobile mechanic can let you know for sure.

THE AVERAGE COST BRAKE CALIPER REPLACEMENT

The average price for a brake caliper replacement can vary. The best thing to do is to get in contact with your mobile mechanic and get a quote.

CAN I DO A BRAKE CALIPER REPLACEMENT MYSELF?

Yes, but since a brake caliper replacement is a tremendous job you will need to have time as well as the tools. Calling a mobile mechanic would be a wise choice since they have what is required to get it done in a snap.

SAFETY: CAN I DRIVE WITHOUT THE BRAKE CALIPER REPLACEMENT?

It’s never a good idea to tempt fate. You can ignore the need for a brake caliper replacement, but if the piston is frozen or not functioning properly within the brake caliper, then it could put unnecessary wear on your vehicle and cause more damage.

It can be a matter of life and death if your car does not stop in time or at all. The cost and liability could devastate your financial security.