Gmc Jimmy Disc Brake Caliper Kit in US

When a caliper on the Gmc Jimmy seizes, leaks, or drags, the damage does not stop at the caliper. A partially seized caliper on your Jimmy keeps the brake pad in continuous contact with the rotor, wearing the pad unevenly and scoring the rotor surface. By the time the caliper on the Gmc Jimmy is identified as the fault, the pads are typically worn asymmetrically and the rotor is damaged. A caliper kit from GeoBrakes addresses every compromised component on your Gmc Jimmy together.

What Is Included in the Gmc Jimmy Disc Brake Caliper Kit

The kit for your Gmc Jimmy includes the disc brake caliper at the correct left or right hand specification for the Jimmy, either new OEM-spec or quality remanufactured to the Gmc Jimmy piston dimension and hydraulic pressure rating, brake pads in ceramic or semi-metallic formulation matched to the Jimmy caliper and rotor specification, caliper hardware with slide pins, pin boots, and anti-rattle clips for correct caliper float on the Gmc Jimmy, brake lubricant for correct pin and shim installation on your Jimmy, and copper washers or banjo bolt seals for the brake hose connection where required by the Gmc Jimmy application.

When a Caliper Kit Is the Correct Service Choice for the Gmc Jimmy

A caliper kit is the right call for the Gmc Jimmy in three specific situations. After a seized or dragging caliper, because the pads and often the rotor on your Jimmy are already compromised. During a high-mileage Jimmy overhaul at 150,000 kilometres or more, because caliper piston seals and guide pin boots on the Gmc Jimmy are typically at or beyond their service life. After a brake fluid leak at the caliper, because fluid contamination of the Jimmy brake pad renders the friction material permanently ineffective on your Gmc Jimmy.

New vs. Remanufactured Caliper for the Gmc Jimmy

New OEM-specification calipers for the Gmc Jimmy are manufactured from fresh materials with no prior service history, the strongest choice for Jimmy vehicles in high-corrosion environments. Remanufactured calipers use original Gmc Jimmy housings rebuilt with new pistons, seals, and boots, performing identically to new units at a lower price point for most Jimmy replacement applications.

Signs the Caliper Kit on Your Gmc Jimmy Is Due

• Gmc Jimmy pulling to one side during braking, one caliper applying more force than the other
• One brake pad on your Jimmy worn significantly more than its pair on the same axle
• Brake drag on the Gmc Jimmy with a wheel that runs hot after normal driving
• Soft or sinking Jimmy brake pedal caused by a caliper piston seal leak
• Brake fluid visible around the Gmc Jimmy caliper piston boot
• Persistent metallic dragging noise from one Jimmy corner not explained by worn pads

Why GeoBrakes for the Gmc Jimmy Caliper Kit

Calipers for the Gmc Jimmy are the most position-specific brake component in the catalogue. Left and right calipers for the Jimmy are not interchangeable. Our vehicle selector confirms the correct caliper kit for the Gmc Jimmy exact year, axle position, and left or right side before purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions - Gmc Jimmy Disc Brake Caliper Kits

Should I replace both calipers on my Gmc Jimmy at the same time?

It is strongly recommended. If one caliper on the Gmc Jimmy has seized or leaked, the caliper on the opposite side has experienced the same conditions and age on your Jimmy. Replacing both restores balanced, even braking and eliminates the risk of the second Jimmy caliper failing shortly after the first is replaced.

Do I need to bleed the brakes on my Gmc Jimmy after installing a caliper kit?

Yes. Opening the hydraulic circuit on the Gmc Jimmy to install the new caliper allows air to enter. After installation, the brake circuit on the Jimmy must be bled at the caliper bleeder screw to purge all air and restore a firm, consistent brake pedal on your Gmc Jimmy.

What is the difference between a new and remanufactured caliper in the Gmc Jimmy kit?

A new caliper for the Gmc Jimmy has no prior service history and is the stronger choice for high-corrosion environments. A remanufactured caliper uses an original Jimmy housing rebuilt with new pistons, seals, and boots, performing identically to new at a lower price point for most Gmc Jimmy applications.