How to install SLIDE BOLT for you calipers

Steps to Install Slide Bolts on Brake Caliper's:
1. Lift and Secure the Vehicle:
• Use a jack to lift the vehicle and support it on jack stands.
• Remove the wheel to gain access to the brake caliper.

2. Remove the Brake Caliper:
• Locate the slide bolts, which hold the brake caliper in place. They’re typically located on the rear of the caliper.
• Use the appropriate wrench or socket to remove the slide bolts. Depending on the car, you may need to hold the slide pin in place with another wrench while removing the bolt.
• Once the bolts are removed, carefully slide the caliper off the brake rotor and set it aside (support it with a bungee cord or wire so it doesn’t hang by the brake hose).

3. Inspect the Slide Bolts and Caliper:
• Examine the condition of the slide bolts. If they’re corroded or damaged, replace them.
• Also, inspect the rubber bushings or boots that surround the slide bolts. Replace these if they’re worn or damaged to ensure the slide bolts move smoothly.

4. Clean the Slide Bolts and Caliper:
• Clean the caliper bracket and the slide bolt holes using a wire brush or brake cleaner to remove old grease, debris, or rust.
• Wipe the slide bolts clean with a rag or paper towel.

5. Grease the Slide Bolts:
• Apply a thin, even layer of high-temperature brake grease or caliper grease to the slide bolts. This will help them move freely and prevent corrosion.

6. Reinstall the Slide Bolts:
• Insert the greased slide bolts back into their respective holes in the caliper bracket.
• Reinstall the brake caliper over the brake rotor and line up the caliper holes with the holes on the caliper bracket.
• Thread the slide bolts back into place by hand to avoid cross-threading.
• Tighten the slide bolts using the appropriate wrench or socket. Be sure to follow the vehicle’s specified torque settings using a torque wrench (usually specified in the vehicle’s repair manual).

7. Reinstall the Wheel:
• After ensuring the caliper is properly installed and secured, reinstall the wheel.
• Tighten the lug nuts by hand, lower the vehicle, and then torque the lug nuts to the manufacturer’s recommended specifications.

8. Test the Brakes:
• Pump the brake pedal a few times to ensure the caliper is seated correctly and that the brake pedal feels firm.
• Test the brakes at low speeds to ensure everything is functioning properly.

Tips:
• Always replace the slide bolt boots if they are cracked or worn to prevent dirt and moisture from entering.
• Use only brake-specific grease to lubricate the slide bolts.
• Never over-tighten the slide bolts, as this could strip the threads or damage the caliper bracket.

If you’re not comfortable doing this yourself, consider consulting a mechanic to ensure the brakes are installed safely.