Nugeon 99-17308A rear left brake caliper for the 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and other vehicles clamps the brake pads against the rotor. This Nugeon caliper is a remanufactured floating unit, also called a disc brake caliper.
- Single 38 mm aluminum piston
- Aluminum casting with a rust-preventative finish
- Banjo bolt inlet with an M10-1.0 x 27.32 port thread
- M10-1.0 bleeder screw thread
Quick facts
- Part: Nugeon 99-17308A brake caliper
- Also called: disc brake caliper
- Fits: 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and other vehicles
- Position: Rear left
- Material: Aluminum
- Condition: Remanufactured
Worn pads, a damaged rotor or a weak brake hose can be behind pulling to one side, uneven pad wear or fluid near the wheel, just as a sticking caliper can, so find the cause before buying. Rear calipers are normally replaced as a pair; this listing is one caliper for the left side, and the right side is a separate part.
Fits
It fits the 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and the 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, and the rear left position on each takes one.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Rear left
- Quantity per application: 1
- Piston diameter: 38 mm (1.496 in), 1 piston
- Inlet port thread: M10-1.0 x 27.32 mm, banjo bolt
- Bleeder screw thread: M10-1.0
- Housing cast number: 18023250
- Bracket cast number: 3239
Build and materials
- Caliper type: Floating
- Casting material: Aluminum
- Piston material: Aluminum
- Finish: Rust preventative
- Condition: Remanufactured
- Country of origin: Mexico
In the box
One remanufactured caliper with its mounting bracket, caliper slides, dust boots, bleeder screw, banjo bolt and crush washers. Brake pads, bracket mounting bolts, anti-squeal shims, caliper and pad hardware, wear sensors and the bleeder screw cap are not included. Plan on new bracket bolts, since the old ones may not be reusable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the rear left brake caliper for the 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am?
Yes. Nugeon 99-17308A is the rear left caliper for the 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and the 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero. The right side is a separate part.
Does this brake caliper come with its bracket, and are pads included?
Yes, the mounting bracket is included, but pads are not. Nugeon 99-17308A also includes slides, dust boots, a bleeder screw, banjo bolt and crush washers; bracket mounting bolts and anti-squeal shims are not.
What size is the piston and the bleeder thread on this rear caliper?
The caliper has one 38 mm (1.496 in) aluminum piston and an M10-1.0 bleeder screw thread. The banjo bolt inlet port thread is M10-1.0 x 27.32 mm.
How can I tell if a floating rear brake caliper is sticking?
With the engine off and the car parked, look for fluid around the caliper's dust boot. Pulling to one side or uneven pad wear seen at a brake service can also be signs; a shop can test the caliper.
Is the Nugeon brake caliper a floating or fixed design?
Floating. This remanufactured caliper has a single piston and a banjo bolt inlet.
