171615221 Audi GUIDE SLEE

Essentially, a guide sleeve is a bushing. It lets your brake caliper slide smoothly along the caliper bracket. Think of it like letting something move back and forth without a lot of friction. It keeps everything lined up properly as your brake pads wear down and as the caliper piston moves in and out when you hit the brakes. Some are rubber, some are metal with rubber boots over them – the material depends on the vehicle. This part is part of your braking system, specifically helping the caliper to function properly. The caliper is what squeezes the brake pads against the rotor to actually stop the car. The guide sleeve makes sure that squeeze is even, and that the caliper isn’t getting stuck or binding up. It's a small piece but integral to even braking. If these get corroded, seized, or just plain worn out, things can get dicey. You’ll notice if one side is sticking – the car might pull to one side when you brake, or you might get uneven pad wear. It can also cause the brakes to overheat. If it gets really bad, it can even cause the caliper to lock up. Replacing these as part of a brake job is a smart preventative measure. You can usually find them pretty easily, a place like Fixparts Online has a good selection. It's cheap insurance for keeping your brakes working right. Backed by experts: Guide Sleeve (MPN 171615221) comes with a 12-month warranty!

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