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The Role of Your Brake Caliper: Maintenance and Signs of Replacement

Your vehicle’s brake caliper is an important part of the disc braking system, responsible for clamping down on the brake pads and applying pressure to the rotors. And this is what allows you to slow down or stop your car or truck. Because, it houses the pistons that extend when you press the brake pedal. And this creates the friction necessary to bring your vehicle to a halt. So, in this blog, the experts at Tracy’s Tire Pros in Wichita take a look at the role your brake caliper plays in your vehicle’s braking system, how to maintain it, and the signs that it may need replacement.