09-25-2022, 11:24 AM | #1 |
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Should I replace caliper holder bolts
I changed the rear brake pads and rotors. I reused the caliper holder bolts.
The rear brakes are making occasional squeaky sound Could the bolts be the cause? Thanks |
09-25-2022, 11:45 AM | #3 |
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Guide Pins are cheap. $7.50/ea.
You might replace those pins just to either solve or eliminate those parts as a problem. Also, I coat the pad backsides with a smear of caliper grease or Brake Quiet spray to minimize squealing.. Last edited by Tomcat_F15_STL; 09-25-2022 at 11:59 AM.. |
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09-25-2022, 05:14 PM | #4 |
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Yea I got the OE brake pads so they seem pretty good. I also used the same crc brake paste
Should I try to replace the caliper holder torx bolts and pin bolts as suggested? https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-brake-pad-set-ate-34216776937-ate-ld7232 |
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09-25-2022, 06:04 PM | #5 |
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You shouldn’t need to replace the guide bolts. Use Scotchbrite or steel wool to clean them up then use Ate plasti-lube to grease them up. Once reinstalled, the caliper should freely “float” and slide in/out horizontally to the ground.
If they are binding, the pads will show uneven wear between the inner/outer. You may even see angled pad wear. Brake noise could be caused by the backing plate of the pad making contact with the caliper or the tabs/ears of the pads needing some anti-seize where they rest on the caliper carrier. |
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09-27-2022, 01:11 AM | #6 |
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I did not, but I was sure to use the actual torque specs. I’m not sure why they say to replace them. The second time I take them apart I’ll likely replace them to be safe.
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