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Brake Caliper Component Overview, C54






Brake Caliper Component Overview, C54

Install the complete repair kit when servicing.

New brake calipers are filled with brake fluid and are pre-bled.

Apply a thin coat of lithium grease (G 052 150 A2 ) to the brake cylinder, piston and seal.





1 - Dust cap

Push onto bleeder valve

2 - Bleeder valve

Apply a thin coat of lithium grease (G 052 150 A2) before installing

3 - Brake caliper housing

4 - Self-locking bolts, 30 Nm

Always replace

Counter-hold on the guide pin when loosening and tightening

5 - Seal

Removing and installing, refer to => [ Caliper Piston, C54 ] Caliper Piston, C54.

6 - Piston

Removing and installing, refer to => [ Caliper Piston, C54 ] Caliper Piston, C54.

Apply a thin coat of lithium grease (G 052 150 A2) to the piston

7 - Protective seal

Do not damage when inserting piston

8 - Brake carrier with guide pins and protective caps

Replacement carriers are supplied assembled and with sufficient grease on the guide pins