DIY brake caliper restoration | AUTODOC tips
Repairing a brake caliper isn’t expensive and, with the right tools and basic car repair skills, you can do it yourself 👨🔧
We decided not just to restore the caliper, but also to paint it an unusual colour.
Can you guess which colour? Write your guesses in the comments below the video 💬
🧰 Things you may need:
🔸 Tool kit — [ Ссылка ]
🔸 Angle Grinder — [ Ссылка ]
🔸 Masking tape — [ Ссылка ]
🔸 Brake caliper paint — [ Ссылка ]
🔸 WD-40 Penetrating oil — [ Ссылка ]
🔸 Brake / Clutch Cleaner — [ Ссылка ]
🔸 Sandpaper of various grit sizes — [ Ссылка ]
0:00 — DIY brake caliper restoration
0:21 — Disassembling the caliper and its components and inspecting them for defects
1:56 — Cleaning the caliper body and the bracket
3:12 — Cleaning the mounting seats for the seals, guide pins, and pistons
4:21 — Preparing the caliper for painting
5:29 — Priming and painting
6:16 — Removing the masking tape and paper from the areas covered previously
6:58 — Reassembling the caliper
📲 Buying via app is always cheaper than on the website!
❱❱ Install the AUTODOC app — [ Ссылка ]
🛒 Visit our website: [ Ссылка ]
⚡ Install the AUTODOC CLUB — [ Ссылка ]
AUTODOC CLUB — [ Ссылка ]
🔔 Subscribe to the AUTODOC channel so that you don't miss the latest videos on car parts replacements ➜ [ Ссылка ]
Was this video helpful? Give it a thumbs-up and share it with your friends!
Have a look at other videos on our channel:
► AUTODOC tips — [ Ссылка ]
► How to remove scratches from a car — [ Ссылка ]&
► 5 car interior cleaning mistakes — [ Ссылка ]&
Mobile shop: [ Ссылка ]
📢 AUTODOC on social media:
Instagram: [ Ссылка ]
Facebook: [ Ссылка ]
YouTube: [ Ссылка ]
TikTok: [ Ссылка ]
#autodoc #autodoctutorial #autodoctips
Disclaimer:
This video is intended for informational purposes only and does not guarantee achievement of a specific result.
It is recommended that you entrust the installation to highly skilled technicians to ensure the best result.
This video only contains tips and recommendations that could be helpful when carrying out car repairs or replacing parts. AUTODOC is not liable for any harm, injury or property damage incurred while carrying out repairs or replacements that are a result of incorrect use or misinterpretation of the provided information. The user is personally liable for incorrect use of repair equipment, tools, or car parts, in particular when this use poses the risk of injury. AUTODOC strongly recommends taking appropriate safety precautions when carrying out any repair or replacement. Keep in mind that low-quality auto parts may not provide the appropriate level of road safety.
© 2022 AUTODOC AG All rights reserved
![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fJJf-Dp85rw/maxresdefault.jpg)