Brake Caliper

What is the purpose of the dust seal in the disc brake caliper?

• To provide even braking performance

• To keep the caliper piston clean

• To hold the hydraulic pressure for braking

• To bleed the air out of the system

What is the main portion of the caliper assembly called?

• Slide Pin Bushing

• Caliper Body

• Caliper Piston

• Dust Seal

What does the caliper piston seal do?

• Bleeds the air out of the system

• Forces the piston to make contact with the rotor

• Keeps fluid in the caliper

• Holds the hydraulic pressure for braking

What is the purpose of the slide pin bushing or boot?

• To keep the caliper piston clean

• To provide even braking performance

• To bleed the air out of the system

• To hold the hydraulic pressure for braking

What is this part?

• Drum Bracket

• Caliper Bracket

• Rotor Bracket

• Tire Bracket

What is the primary function of a brake caliper in a vehicle's braking system?

• To increase the speed of the vehicle

• To convert kinetic energy into thermal energy

• To provide power to the engine

• To control the steering mechanism

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NGSS.HS-PS2-1

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Which component of the brake caliper is responsible for squeezing the brake pads against the rotor?

• Piston

• Rotor

• Brake line

• Master cylinder

In a disc brake system, the brake caliper is typically mounted over which part?

• Axle

• Brake drum

• Brake rotor

• Wheel hub

What type of energy transformation occurs when a brake caliper applies pressure to the brake pads?

• Chemical to electrical

• Mechanical to thermal

• Thermal to mechanical

• Electrical to chemical

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NGSS.MS-PS3-5

Which material is commonly used for manufacturing brake calipers due to its strength and heat resistance?

• Plastic

• Aluminum

• Wood

• Rubber

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