Volkswagen Gti Disc Brake Caliper Kit in US

When a caliper on the Volkswagen Gti seizes, leaks, or drags, the damage does not stop at the caliper. A partially seized caliper on your Gti 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 Volkswagen Gti 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 Volkswagen Gti together.

What Is Included in the Volkswagen Gti Disc Brake Caliper Kit

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

When a Caliper Kit Is the Correct Service Choice for the Volkswagen Gti

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

New vs. Remanufactured Caliper for the Volkswagen Gti

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

Signs the Caliper Kit on Your Volkswagen Gti Is Due

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

Why GeoBrakes for the Volkswagen Gti Caliper Kit

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

Frequently Asked Questions - Volkswagen Gti Disc Brake Caliper Kits

Should I replace both calipers on my Volkswagen Gti at the same time?

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

Do I need to bleed the brakes on my Volkswagen Gti after installing a caliper kit?

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

What is the difference between a new and remanufactured caliper in the Volkswagen Gti kit?

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