Hi there
I have an 2004 STR with leaking seals on front drivers side caliper.I have just picked up a nice looking used caliper.i notice that there are two bleed screws on the caliper.Which do I use to bleed with and what is the order for brakes?
-Also notice that JTS says I am supposed to use new caliper bolts and sealing washers?Is this necessary or can i reuse the old ones?

Thanks.Fitz

 

If the original caliper has one bleed screw and the one you've 'picked up' has two, it's the wrong caliper for your vehicle.

Graham

 

You should be ok with reusing the old bolts/washers. It wouldn't hurt to put a little locktite on them though. Are you sure there are two bleeder screws, and not one bleeder and another spot where the brake line goes in?

 

Ya when I changed my fluid I only saw one bleed screw. Pick up a vac bleeder while you are at it to make it easier.

 

Thank you everyone
I think the second bleed screw is on the back of the caliper.
1-Do you folks recommend using the backing plate grease on the back of the backing plate where the pistons meet the pad?
2-Do you recommend using synthetic lubricant on the slider pins after cleaning the rust off?
3-How do you cap the caliper brake hose when removed to change the caliper?

Thanks everyone.

 

Yes you have two bleeders on each caliper. Check that they are facing forward on the front brakes. Straight up on the rears. Be sure and do them one at a time or you are only bleeding 2 of the 4 pistons.

See picture of front caliper below.


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I just went out to my car to check, and you are definitely 100% correct! I've learned something new today; I don't think I've ever seen a caliper with 2 bleeders before. FJG123, just make sure the bleeders are on the top when installed.