What is a Brake Caliper: Brake calipers are a crucial part of making your car stop when you hit the brakes.A caliper is part of the disc brake system, the type most cars have in their front brakes.The brake caliper houses your car’s brake pads and pistons. Its job is to slow the car’s wheels by creating friction with the brake rotors.A seized or compromised caliper can cause your vehicle to pull to one side, increase your vehicle's stopping distance, or even cause you to lose brake function. Description: .
