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Search Auto Parts Search Leak at caliper / air in system? Sign up here!   Email This Post Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Brake Repair Help jmv New User Jun 26, 2017, 5:44 AM Post #1 of 4 (1267 views) Leak at caliper / air in system? Sign In So I changed the rotors and pads on my wife's 2012 Toyota Sienna. When I got to taking the last rear caliper off, I accidentally loosened the screw holding the hose to the caliper, instead of the caliper pin bolts. A little brake fluid leaked out before I was able to tighten that bolt back up. I never bleed the system at all when I change brakes, and I did pump the brake and take it for a test drive. Everything seemed fine. But, what have I potentially done to the system by letting that leak slightly for a few seconds? Could I have gotten air in the system? Should I be taking the vehicle for a brake fluid service / bleed to make sure? Is it potentially dangerous to drive? Hammer Time Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Jun 26, 2017, 5:59 AM Post #2 of 4 (1258 views) Re: Leak at caliper / air in system? Sign In You definitely should have at least bled that wheel. It is highly likely you got at least a little air into that caliper. That would have been very quick and simple at the time you did the work but now after driving it around, the air likely moved around the system and all wheels should be bled now. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We offer help in answering questions, clarifying things or giving advice but we are not a substitute for an on-site inspection by a professional. jmv New User Jun 26, 2017, 6:29 AM Post #3 of 4 (1245 views) Re: Leak at caliper / air in system? Sign In Thanks for the quick response. Gonna get somebody to do that asap. Better safe..... Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Jun 26, 2017, 6:31 AM Post #4 of 4 (1239 views) Re: Leak at caliper / air in system? Sign In Totally yes do that. It's actually really a good thing to have good new fluid - parts exposed to it last lots longer, T   Email This Post   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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