OEM Chrysler Cirrus Brake Caliper

Chrysler Cirrus Brake Caliper Parts and Q&A

• Caliper Assembly
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  Q: How to Service and Repair a Front Brake Caliper on Chrysler Cirrus?

  A:

  You should use jackstands or a hoist to lift the vehicle and after that, remove the front tires and wheels. After that, pull out the 2 caliper to Steering Knuckle guide pin bolts. Pull the brake caliper from the steering knuckle by turning the bottom first, then sliding the top over the machined part. Make sure the caliper is on the upper control arm, so it doesn't put weight on the brake flex hose and cause damage. Both steering knuckle abutments should be covered with Mopar Multipurpose Lubricant or another equivalent before installation. If the front rotor was taken off, position it on the hub so it is seated correctly. Hook the brake shoes' top ends to the upper steering knuckle and move the bottom of the shoes onto the brake rotor. Place the caliper bolts, bushings and sleeves correctly, making certain they don't contact the steering bosses and don't get cross-threaded. Once the guide pin bolts are tightened to 22 Nm (16 ft. lbs.), you should install the wheel and tire assembly. Start by tightening the wheel mounting stud nuts in the right sequence to half the specification, after which you tighten them fully by following the same sequence again but to 135 Nm (100 ft. lbs.). After everything is finished, pull out the jackstands or let your car down, look at and regulate the amount of brake fluid, press the brake pedal a few times to check the firmness and take a drive to let the brakes get used and adjusted.
• Caliper Assembly
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  Q: How to Evaluate the Condition of Your Brake Caliper and Front Disc Brake Pad Lining on Chrysler Cirrus?

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  Checking the lining of the front disc brake pad can be done by eye and you may process them manually if you think it is needed. The procedure begins by taking out the wheel and tire assemblies and calipers after that you should remove the front brake shoes. If the front brake pad thickness comes to less than 9.0 mm (or around 3/8 inch) anywhere on the disc, replacement is needed at this time. The brake shoes on both inside and outside of both front wheels are to be replaced if wearing out. When there is no need for new parts, return the brake shoes to their original place either side of the drum. During caliper inspection, make sure there are no leaks in the Piston seal, since liquid brake fluid around the boot area will show this. If the caliper shows any damage or leakage, disassemble it and put on a brand-new seal and boot and arrange to replace the scored piston. Also, examine the dust boot and the cartridge on the pin bushings, changing them should they be torn, abrasive or smooth like plastic.