A1 CARDONE 18-4952 rear left brake caliper for the 2003-2008 Chevrolet Express 3500 and other vehicles squeezes the brake pads against the rotor to slow the wheel. This A1 CARDONE caliper is remanufactured and unloaded, a floating design with two pistons.
- Remanufactured with brand-new components and 100% pressure-tested
- Phenolic pistons resist cracking and pitting and handle great loads
- Rubber seals replaced with new high-temperature EPDM rubber
- Caliper treated with a specially formulated rust inhibitor
- New bleeder screw for trouble-free bleeding and a positive seal
Quick facts
- Part: A1 CARDONE 18-4952 brake caliper
- Also called: disc brake caliper
- Fits: 2003-2008 Chevrolet Express 3500 and other vehicles
- Position: Rear left
- Material: Cast iron caliper casting, phenolic pistons
- Condition: Remanufactured
Pulling to one side under braking, fluid around the caliper or a low pedal can be signs of a worn caliper. Before you replace this one, rule out sticking slides or pins, collapsed brake hoses and worn steering or suspension parts. This listing is one caliper for the rear left, with one caliper on each side of the rear axle. The rear right is a separate part ordered on its own, and the two are normally replaced together.
Fits
It fits the 2003-2008 Chevrolet Express 3500 and the 2003-2008 GMC Savana 3500 in the rear left position.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Rear left
- Quantity per application: 1
- Piston quantity: 2
- Piston diameter: 53.7972 mm (2.118 in)
- Mounting hole and thread diameter: 10.02905 mm (0.395 in)
- Inlet port size: 10.00366 mm (0.394 in), banjo fitting
- Inlet thread size: M10x1.0
- Bleeder thread size: M10x1.0
Build and materials
- Caliper type: Floating
- Condition: Remanufactured, unloaded
- Casting material: Cast iron
- Piston material: Phenolic
- Finish: Oil emulsion with a rust-resistant coating
- Country of origin: Mexico
In the box
One caliper, a hardware kit and an instruction sheet, with abutment clips, a bleeder screw and dust boots included. The mounting bracket, mounting bolts, brake pads, pad wear sensor and bleeder screw cap are not included, so plan on new mounting bolts.
Installation notes
- The instruction sheet covers the steps.
- A plastic cap plug protects each brake port thread.
- Silicone grease is used on floating caliper mounting pins.
- Use the brake fluid the vehicle maker recommends, new from a sealed container.
Interchange: 88982641
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this rear left brake caliper right for the 2003-2008 Chevrolet Express 3500?
Yes. A1 CARDONE 18-4952 is a rear left caliper for the 2003-2008 Chevrolet Express 3500, and it also fits the 2003-2008 GMC Savana 3500.
Does the A1 CARDONE brake caliper come with the mounting bracket or brake pads?
No. A1 CARDONE 18-4952 comes with a hardware kit and an instruction sheet, but not the mounting bracket, mounting bolts or brake pads.
Can I swap this phenolic disc brake caliper for a steel-piston caliper?
Not recommended. The vehicle maker specified steel or phenolic pistons for the intended use, so follow its recommendation. This caliper has two phenolic pistons.
What brake fluid should I use when installing this caliper?
Use the fluid the vehicle's maker specifies; its type is stamped on the master cylinder reservoir lid. It should come fresh from a sealed container.
Is 88982641 the same as A1 CARDONE 18-4952?
Yes. 88982641 is an interchange number for A1 CARDONE 18-4952, a remanufactured rear left caliper.
