BBB Industries 97-04801B Disc Brake Caliper - Front Left

Remanufactured Front Left Brake Caliper for Jaguar

BBB Industries 97-04801B is a remanufactured disc brake caliper for front left Jaguar applications. It is built with a cast iron housing, steel pistons, a gray rust-preventative finish, and a new bleeder screw for service-ready brake hydraulic replacement.

Key Features

• Remanufactured disc brake caliper from BBB Industries
• Front left position for select Jaguar XJS, XJ6, XJ12, and Vanden Plas models
• Cast iron body with steel piston construction
• 48 mm piston diameter with 4-piston design
• Gray caliper color with rust-preventative finish
• Dust boots included
• Bleeder screw included; M10-1.0 inlet and bleeder thread size
• Package contents include brake pad installation hardware with banjo bolt and copper crush washers where applicable

Product Details

This BBB Industries reman caliper w/ installation hardware is engineered for brake hydraulic service on classic Jaguar platforms. Part number 97-04801B is a direct-fit front left disc brake caliper for 1974-1987 Jaguar XJ6, 1975-1979 Jaguar XJ12, 1981-1985 Jaguar XJ12, 1986 Jaguar XJ12 to 09/86, 1976-1996 Jaguar XJS, and 1982-1987 Jaguar Vanden Plas. The remanufactured design uses a cast iron housing and steel pistons to restore braking function while maintaining the original caliper configuration.

BBB Industries 97-04801B is a practical replacement for worn, sticking, or leaking Jaguar front brake calipers. The 4-piston layout and 48 mm piston size support consistent hydraulic clamping force, while the included dust boots and rust-preventative finish help protect the caliper during service. If you are searching for a front left Jaguar XJS brake caliper or a remanufactured Jaguar XJ6 front left caliper, this part number is built for those applications.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Brake fluid leakage from a worn caliper body or piston seal area
• Uneven braking caused by a sticking front left caliper
• Reduced braking response from internal corrosion or piston wear
• Poor pad contact from a caliper that no longer moves smoothly
• Brake service needs on aging Jaguar XJS, XJ6, XJ12, or Vanden Plas models

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify front left fitment against the vehicle year, model, and brake configuration before installation.
• Inspect brake hoses, pads, rotors, and mounting points during caliper replacement.
• Bleed the brake system after installation to remove air from the hydraulic circuit.
• Confirm the M10-1.0 inlet and bleeder thread sizes match the vehicle connection points.
• Use the included brake pad installation hardware, banjo bolt, and copper crush washers where applicable.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries remanufactured brake components are rebuilt for service replacement use and inspected to meet application-specific fitment requirements. Part number 97-04801B is a reman caliper w/ installation hardware for select Jaguar front left brake applications.