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Deejay, xc68anc
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#809998 10/22/2024 7:48 AM
by xc68anc
xc68anc
Yesterday I removed the frontwheels for a intensive clean.

But when I fit the left frontwheel the wheel was blocked. I think the pistons of the caliper don‘t work. For a check (and clean, and also some „ATE Bremsenfett“) I want to remove the caliper. So far no problem.

But for the correct fitting of the caliper, what‘s the correct torque for the caliper-screws.

Thank you for the help! And allways sorry about my bad english.

Greets René
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#810000 Oct 22nd a 08:08 AM
by Deejay
Deejay
I think it may be that the brake pad has stuck to the disc, particularly if you have used water. I often get this problem if I have been out in the rain and then left the car for a few days.
With the car on all four wheels, try moving it back and forth and you might hear a bang as the pads let go. If successful, you then need to clean up the rusty patch that will be seen on the disc.
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#810039 Oct 22nd a 07:18 PM
by xc68anc
xc68anc
As Doug said,

no fear, the brakepads where only a little „clued“ after the last journey in the wet. Out of the garage and a few miles, problem cured.
Also checked: both fronthubs/ wheelnuts where cold.

Thank you!

Greets René

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