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Front caliper question

Trying to change front pads and 1 caliper bolt keeps spinning and won't come out what to do?and parts needed to fix this issue.thanks in advance.2008 ranger 4 whl drive
 
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Just pull it out after its loose
Calipers "float" on the caliper bracket so they can move in and out as pads wear down
There is usually a rubber boot that can hold suction pressure so hard to pull out the bolt after its loose
 
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Front caliper

Originally Posted by RonD
Just pull it out after its loose
Calipers "float" on the caliper bracket so they can move in and out as pads wear down
There is usually a rubber boot that can hold suction pressure so hard to pull out the bolt after its loose
Thanks for the info Ron.i guess I need to buy a new bolt and pin then?
 
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