How to replace a brake caliper and bleed the brakes afterwards

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  • Опубліковано 14 гру 2024

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  • @AWilliamBishop
    @AWilliamBishop 9 місяців тому +17

    hey, i lost my dad this year... he never had time to teach me this stuf, taught me alot..but we didn't have time for some bits. Thank you for the video mate

  • @3abdangry
    @3abdangry Рік тому +39

    it's like youtube from 2007 straight to the point clear instructions and no off topic discussions well done man, gona do mine this summer

  • @Blank-wv3uf
    @Blank-wv3uf 11 місяців тому +10

    Thanks a lot. Replacing a siezed caliper tomorrow and needed some clear instructions, especially on how to do the one-man brake bleed. Awesome video, straight to the point

  • @killerrobotman
    @killerrobotman 4 роки тому +37

    Just did mine. One change I would recommend, slip the brake cable over the new caliper hook first, then pull the cable to slide into the bracket. A lot easier. Thanks for the video!

    • @robertlane440
      @robertlane440 2 роки тому +3

      I'll second that Bro. Just what I thought. Onwards & Upwards.

    • @JayCeeMax
      @JayCeeMax 2 роки тому +1

      Yep. You are correct. Here is the proper tool to release the Parking Brake Cable: amzn.to/3SZw2Lw

  • @auntiemandy5638
    @auntiemandy5638 9 місяців тому +1

    this is the only video on youtube that did every point we needed to see , and it all worked perfectly thanks this was a life saver

  • @robertlane440
    @robertlane440 2 роки тому +5

    Liked that, specially elevating the bleed bottle. Have bled brakes for years by just cracking the bleed screw and pushing the fluid out but your method is much better. Muchos Grathias mon Ami,

  • @thurm101
    @thurm101 3 роки тому +9

    Straight to the job. This video is great. No talking about the random dog walking in video. Or the other video you made on changing the alternator. Just to the point!!!!

  • @bobpadilla4077
    @bobpadilla4077 6 місяців тому +1

    I noticed that the bleeder valve was on the bottom of the caliper when you removed it from the car, then I noticed that the new caliper bleed valve was at the top of the caliper, that is the correct way the caliper should be on the rotor. I guess you noticed that too. we live and learn. good job anyhow.

  • @thomasclark250
    @thomasclark250 6 місяців тому +1

    Seems to have done the job. You taught me something with that one man brake bleed. Good job!

  • @nando3869
    @nando3869 Рік тому +2

    wow! i'm speechless! master, yeah, im going to call you Master. perfect explained. i have to do this job tomorrow. wish me good luck. thank you Master.

    • @backyardmech
      @backyardmech  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Fernando - take your time and good luck with the job !

    • @johnbonham617
      @johnbonham617 Рік тому

      Master-Cylinder.

  • @jacobrickett9447
    @jacobrickett9447 2 роки тому +2

    Great Video. Actually showed the caliper and how it works and explained well.

    • @jacobrickett9447
      @jacobrickett9447 2 роки тому

      Easier to understand your problem if you know some things

  • @bigmeandog849
    @bigmeandog849 3 роки тому +2

    Great Video - I have done many front brake calipers; but, no rear and this was perfect to get started - Thanks.

    • @thurm101
      @thurm101 3 роки тому

      That darn ebrake and the spring.

  • @MrEatthemeat
    @MrEatthemeat 4 роки тому +6

    Thanks, I was doing the one person method but never got good results but that’s because I kept the bottle lower than caliper and hose not inside the fluid in the bottle

  • @The1whoseeks
    @The1whoseeks Рік тому

    Thank you! I'm new to fixing my cars and this just told me more then most people again thank you!

  • @johnaranjo2059
    @johnaranjo2059 4 роки тому +3

    so the reason it took so long to get fluid going thru the line is the caliper was empty even tho you prime it you did crack the bleeder valve to allow it to fill.

  • @mich4678
    @mich4678 Рік тому +1

    thank you so much for this video i successfully changed over my first caliper today your awsome bro thank you

  • @outboardfixer
    @outboardfixer 3 місяці тому +1

    I think you need to squeeze the TABS...not where you have the vise grips. Squeeze on the other side of the bracket and push it out.

  • @Alanthe918mobilemechanic
    @Alanthe918mobilemechanic 2 роки тому +2

    Remove and re install all new calipers if possible put a small of amount of fluid in the actual caliper then bolt everything down then take the big bottle of break fluid dump it upside down in your master cylinder make sure u have a catch pan by the master cylinder and under all four calipers keep all the bleeders open till all the calipers are pissing clean fluid at a steady steam close them all off pump them up check them on an incline like a driveway if possible if they don’t go flat and hold tight ur good if the pedal does t feel good traditional bleed but I’ve never had to my original all at once method works great on flat rate

  • @x-man5056
    @x-man5056 5 років тому +11

    The design intent is to separate the caliper from the bracket. Mount the bracket, then the pads, then install the caliper. It's actually much easier to do if you do it that way.

  • @CHAOSMOVEMENT
    @CHAOSMOVEMENT 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks for a clear and concise video.

  • @GarinKilpatrick
    @GarinKilpatrick 4 роки тому +6

    Great video! I did my brakes without gloves at first also. Do you recommend adding Grease to the slider pins of a new caliper? Mine only seemed to have a thin layer of Grease.

    • @backyardmech
      @backyardmech  4 роки тому +5

      Thanks Garin ! Personally , i always put a little extra grease on ; and then squeeze the air out of the boot. I find they aren't shipped with enough slider lube

    • @GarinKilpatrick
      @GarinKilpatrick 4 роки тому +1

      @@backyardmech Thanks for the info!!

  • @chrisallsoppmtb8452
    @chrisallsoppmtb8452 2 роки тому +2

    I just did mine thanks for the video it helped a lot

  • @SueCostas
    @SueCostas 2 місяці тому

    ??? Should I replace both rear calipers our just one..

  • @ritab500
    @ritab500 3 місяці тому

    Is it the same for a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu

  • @nathanvega6281
    @nathanvega6281 Рік тому

    I have a question if I may.
    I had the replace one of the calipers on my truck and now it won’t move in and out as it’s supposed to.
    Do you have any idea of what might be the problem?

  • @olenaerhardt7725
    @olenaerhardt7725 Рік тому

    @8:23 Did you apply any Threadlocker on those mounting bolts? I put a Blue Thread Locker on that job like a 1.5 years ago, everything was good, no problems w/breaks. I see in many film people use Blue TL on those attaching Brake Bracket-to- Knuckle bolts. But now I did smth else on suspension and needed to remove the Brake Bracket again. When I looked to double check the torque and everything in Shop Manual for our 2001 Saturn SL2 (I have one), they say there to apply Heat 272 Loctite or equivalent. And if you don't have that Red Loctite, you need to replace the attaching bolts. Of course it is advice for a shop w/unlimited access for the bolts of that type and everything, and they are very precise (supposed to be of course). But why everyone applied Blue, as Shop Manual says Red? That what puzzled me. This is full Saturn Shop Manual 2000-2001 S-series, very detailed, 3 huge volumes (4-5 different books inside of each volume, put together w/binder), thin strong paper like papyrus. I'm confused on all that. If I apply Red, will I be able to brake those nuts w/huge breaker bar, or heat would be needed? it is not a problem to apply heat of course, but there are CV Axle Boots there close by, I even don't know. And again, everyone applies Blue: Mech the nic, Chris Fix, many others. I would appreciate any opinion on this matter. Thank you for the great film.

  • @doordashdude69
    @doordashdude69 2 роки тому

    My problem is back passenger side bolts are sticking, I greased them up, but now Sticking again after a month. Also ebrake has to be pulled all the way up. I'm ordering another back caliper and gonna replace it now. is t the ebrake cable also on the back passenger side of a 2010 Kia forte coupe?

  • @roadwarrior8560
    @roadwarrior8560 10 місяців тому +1

    Excellent stuff, subbed.

  • @Powers41
    @Powers41 Рік тому

    Just learned something new lol ,thanks for that.

  • @levietom2008
    @levietom2008 2 роки тому

    What is this unit.model?thx

  • @jesseterry11
    @jesseterry11 Рік тому +1

    Awesome welll explained video thank you mate

  • @williehuff19
    @williehuff19 Рік тому +1

    Great video sir well done job 🤝

  • @supersurgelawncare
    @supersurgelawncare 7 місяців тому

    Just replaced my caliper on f250 I have been bleeding for over 30 minutes it’s still soft 😢

  • @bryanwalton6103
    @bryanwalton6103 3 роки тому +1

    I need this design cailper for my honda what the name

    • @thurm101
      @thurm101 3 роки тому

      Did you change it out?

  • @clickireland1113
    @clickireland1113 2 роки тому +2

    Very clear job thanks. Even with your half Irish accent :)

  • @montydaniels1054
    @montydaniels1054 2 роки тому

    The pads keep retracting after we let off the pedal. I believe these new calipers could be bad.... Or there's still a lot of air in the brake system....

    • @johnbonham617
      @johnbonham617 Рік тому +1

      You may have a caliper where you need to adjust the parking brake first, before bleeding.

  • @peteisi113
    @peteisi113 3 місяці тому

    Thankyou very much sir, very well explained.👍💯 ☘️☘️☘️🇮🇪☘️

  • @zamzammrfixit3113
    @zamzammrfixit3113 2 роки тому +1

    Great video, thanks 🙏

  • @edgbostonnorth7167
    @edgbostonnorth7167 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the details.......

  • @DonnaR-pf4mu
    @DonnaR-pf4mu Рік тому

    Question for anyone if after bleeding brakes what would be the reason that the brake fluid drain while driving the next day

    • @DonnaR-pf4mu
      @DonnaR-pf4mu Рік тому

      It like ran out of the back tires while my man was driving on the Freeway

  • @kennyhendricks6260
    @kennyhendricks6260 3 роки тому

    What vehicle was this in

  • @bradspence7702
    @bradspence7702 4 роки тому +3

    Great video. Told me exactly what I needed to know. Thank you

  • @mjdj3360
    @mjdj3360 3 роки тому

    Love the Tim Horton cup

  • @winkawak
    @winkawak 2 роки тому

    is it safe to use copper anti seize on back of brake pad? is it safe on rubber piston boot?

    • @manueldriggs7099
      @manueldriggs7099 Рік тому

      The manufacturer instructions states that the copper anti seize is fine for metal on metal applications. Do not use anywhere near or in contact with rubber. Use the pure silicone paste for metal on or near rubber applications.

    • @winkawak
      @winkawak Рік тому

      @@manueldriggs7099 Well if its used on brake pad/caliper with anti seize it will end up on the rubber piston boot. This comment was 10month ago, i end up taking my brake apart and cleaned the anti seize off and applied silicone paste instead for peace of mind.

  • @joemetzger2805
    @joemetzger2805 3 роки тому +1

    Very informative video nice camera work as well

  • @screwsnutsandbolts
    @screwsnutsandbolts 4 роки тому +1

    Great job ! 👍

  • @luig4099
    @luig4099 3 роки тому

    Thank you for your time ⏲️⏳

  • @ygbodybuilder3023
    @ygbodybuilder3023 3 роки тому

    Are brake calipers covered under extended warranty

  • @inspectorjavert5563
    @inspectorjavert5563 3 роки тому +1

    great video man

  • @mich4678
    @mich4678 Рік тому

    what a great video thank you

  • @DMG852
    @DMG852 2 роки тому

    Hands getting really tingly and burning a bit at 9:00

  • @cristinosalto22
    @cristinosalto22 3 місяці тому

    Man, sometimes these can be a pain. I'll do it on Friday

  • @kingwendell7445
    @kingwendell7445 3 роки тому +3

    i find it easier to hook my e-break cable first to the hook.

    • @rbell7666
      @rbell7666 3 роки тому +1

      Such a pain in the ass when you have brake fluid on your gloves!

    • @kingwendell7445
      @kingwendell7445 3 роки тому +1

      @@rbell7666 lol that's a fact

    • @rbell7666
      @rbell7666 3 роки тому

      @@kingwendell7445 Bought a new caliper from O'Reilly and the seat for the brake line was damaged. Pressing on the pedal cause brake fluid to aerosol everywhere. AAAACK

  • @strokhelp
    @strokhelp Рік тому

    Nice video!

  • @REDDAWN420
    @REDDAWN420 3 роки тому

    Thankyou much appreciated it !

  • @JimHofstraJenisonMichigan
    @JimHofstraJenisonMichigan 2 місяці тому

    Mostly correct. But a few points of thought. You missed using brake silicone brake grease on points of pad contact on several key areas. But not being critical here. Just saying.

  • @DaDaDo661
    @DaDaDo661 3 роки тому +1

    West coast Canadian accent? Maybe Alberta

    • @chikkenvoicesinmyhed
      @chikkenvoicesinmyhed 8 місяців тому +1

      East Coast, but those guys move all over the country so you'd hear some in Alberta too

    • @DaDaDo661
      @DaDaDo661 8 місяців тому

      @@chikkenvoicesinmyhed hmm maybe , Def not newfie though

  • @islaytnb9514
    @islaytnb9514 6 місяців тому

    great video 10/10

  • @georgestafford303
    @georgestafford303 2 роки тому

    Watch bleeding brakes towards vide

  • @patrickpuma
    @patrickpuma 3 роки тому

    Thank you!

  • @charlesseays1636
    @charlesseays1636 4 роки тому

    Nice video

  • @sirsweetness8332
    @sirsweetness8332 4 роки тому +1

    How about removing old caliper bracket and sit it aside then put new caliper on and then swap hose over? Less fluid loss, mess and less possibility of running master or ABS pump dry while changing over.
    There is a better way!!

    • @thurm101
      @thurm101 3 роки тому

      What if one of your caliper pins are frozen? Just change out the whole unit.

  • @jamespowell4950
    @jamespowell4950 7 місяців тому

    Lol you're just like my father. You should wear gloves this shhh will eat through your hand but f it.....😂

  • @militaryveteran6185
    @militaryveteran6185 2 роки тому +1

    Newer cars are Mickey Mouse Junk!