Mystery Brake Caliper Leak, What Caused It? #brakesystem

Опубликовано 7 марта 2025, 12:05

I came out on a cold winter morning to find a puddle of brake fluid under the right front tire of my 2005 Honda Element. Upon further inspection, I found the caliper leaking from the piston. In this video I explore the possible causes of this leak as I dissect this caliper.

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