Apply even hydraulic clamping force at the front brakes with the Carlson Disc Brake Caliper Piston, MPN 7228. This is the component inside the front brake caliper that the hydraulic fluid pushes against to press the brake pad into the rotor, so a corroded, pitted, or seized original can drag, cause uneven pad wear, or reduce braking response. It installs as a direct-fit front replacement for many vehicles, among them the 2001-2006 Dodge Grand Caravan, 2001-2007 Dodge Caravan, and 2003-2007 Chrysler Town & Country, with the listed applications using two; see the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
- Front caliper piston: transfers hydraulic pressure to the brake pad to apply the front disc brakes.
- Replacement for worn originals: designed to replace a piston that is scored, corroded, or sticking in the caliper bore.
- Application-matched: a direct-fit replacement for the listed front-brake applications.
If a failed or seized piston is the cause of your dragging brake, pull to one side, or uneven pad wear, this replaces it. Because the listed applications use two, replacing both together is recommended for balanced braking.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does this part do?
It is the piston inside the front brake caliper. Hydraulic fluid pushes against it, and it presses the brake pad against the rotor to slow the vehicle.
Which vehicles does the Carlson 7228 fit?
It fits the front brakes of many vehicles, among them the 2001-2006 Dodge Grand Caravan, 2001-2007 Dodge Caravan, and 2003-2007 Chrysler Town & Country. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
How many pistons do I need?
The listed applications use two. Order the quantity your caliper configuration requires; replacing both sides together as a matched set is recommended for balanced braking.
What are signs a caliper piston should be replaced?
Signs include a piston that is pitted, corroded, or seized in the bore, a dragging or sticking brake, a pull to one side, or uneven brake pad wear. Diagnose the cause before replacing.
Is this a front or rear part?
This is a front brake caliper piston for the listed applications.
