Auto Repair Encyclopedia

Front Brake Caliper

The brake caliper applies pressure to the brake pads with hydraulic pressure from the master cylinder. Hydraulic brake fluid travels through the brake hose to the caliper. The caliper then activates a piston that pushes the brake pads against the brake rotor. 

 

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