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Old Jul 9, 2009 | 07:39 PM
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changing brake pads and one caliper was pouring fluid so i switched it but the other 3 are also leaking around the seals but all in the same spot and the same ammount of fluid. are they all bad or were they designed that way to lube the brakes and stuff? and if bad would a seal repair kit fix the problem? thanks
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Look at the one you took off in the area of the pistons. If there is a Stainless Steel liner in the caliper than you can rebuild otherwise replace, Autozone approx $70. ea.
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Originally Posted by 81shark2008
changing brake pads and one caliper was pouring fluid so i switched it but the other 3 are also leaking around the seals but all in the same spot and the same ammount of fluid. are they all bad or were they designed that way to lube the brakes and stuff? and if bad would a seal repair kit fix the problem? thanks
Yes they are bad. Upgrade to the O-Ring type calipers if you don't drive the car much.

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