Wabco 12999072VT Repair Kit 285

Description

Repair Kit 285 is a comprehensive repair solution designed for brake calipers, ensuring optimal braking performance and safety. This kit is utilized in brake systems to restore caliper functionality. Manufactured by Wabco with MPN 12999072VT, this repair kit adheres to OE specifications, delivering reliable and consistent results. The dimensions of the kit are 15 x 141 x 142 mm. This kit provides a cost-effective and efficient way to address brake caliper issues, extending the lifespan of the braking system and maintaining vehicle safety standards.

Key Features & Benefits

This kit basically gives your brake caliper a little refresh. Inside the caliper, you’ve got pistons that push the brake pads against the rotor to stop the car. This kit includes new piston seals, dust boots, and sometimes even new slide pins and clips. The seals keep the brake fluid where it’s supposed to be, preventing leaks, and the dust boots keep dirt and grime out – they act like a shield for the piston. The slide pins allow the caliper to move freely when you apply the brakes. Think of your brake caliper as the clamping force that actually stops the wheels. This kit doesn’t rebuild the caliper itself, it just maintains and restores the function of the moving parts within the caliper. It ensures smooth piston movement and prevents brake fluid loss. It’s a preventative thing, but also used when you’re rebuilding or servicing the calipers.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

If this kit isn’t in good shape, you might start noticing issues. You’ll notice if your brakes feel spongy, or if one wheel isn't braking as strongly as the others, or even if you’re getting a warning light on your dash. A leaky caliper can damage brake rotors too. Doing this repair now can save you from much bigger problems down the road, like needing to replace the whole caliper or even having a brake failure. We carry a lot of these at Fixparts Online, and it's usually a smart move to replace these components when you’re doing brake pads.

Warranty Information

Wabco Repair Kit 285 (MPN 12999072VT) comes with a 1-year warranty.