How To Diagnose and Replace a Bad Brake Caliper

Brakes are a common DIY project but I often get asked about brake calipers and how to check if they’re bad. This video not only shows how to find a bad brake caliper but also how to replace it. It is recommended that you do both sides when you find a faulty brake caliper but it’s not necessary. If you’re on a budget you can just do one but you might experience a pull to one side when braking if you do this. Otherwise you can follow the steps in this video for caliper replacement. I use my 1997 Subaru Legacy L in this video but the principals and techniques apply to many vehicles both domestic and imported.

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