A world-class car is nothing without world-class brakes, and the workhorse of your Caddy's braking system is the Cadillac brake caliper. Charged with making a veritable Cuban sandwich using your brake rotor, the Cadillac brake caliper absorbs tremendous forces as it hauls your car or SUV down to a stop. With the number of brake applications you make every time you drive, combined with the forces involved, it's a wonder that the Cadillac brake caliper is as reliable and trouble free as it is-which is very. A Cadillac brake caliper can frequently travel a hundred thousand miles or more between overhauls, a fact that's even more surprising considering that the Cadillac brake caliper is also a hydraulic component with all the related seals and o-rings. To keep a Cadillac brake caliper healthy for the long haul, the most important thing you can do is to change your brake fluid frequently. Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, and that moisture will begin to rust the insides of your Cadillac brake caliper. Once rust has begun to set in on the Cadillac brake caliper piston and piston bore, leaks are the inevitable result. If it's too late for your Cadillac brake caliper, you can purchase rebuild kits or a replacement Cadillac brake caliper either with or without new pads. If you elect to rebuild your own Cadillac brake caliper, remember that cleanliness is of prime importance when dealing with hydraulic systems, and the Cadillac brake caliper is no different. So, if you have a newer vehicle, take care of your Cadillac brake caliper by flushing the brake fluid every other year. If you're rebuilding a Cadillac brake caliper, follow the instructions closely and keep things clean and you'll have the satisfaction of a job well done.