Cardone 18-4015 Disc Brake Caliper - Front Left or Front Right

Remanufactured Front Brake Caliper for Jeep CJ

The Cardone Unloaded Caliper 18-4015 is a remanufactured disc brake caliper built for front brake service on select Jeep CJ applications. It is engineered with new premium components, pressure-tested for consistent braking, and finished for OE-style fit and function.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment-style caliper for accurate vehicle fit
• Fits front right and front left positions on select 1978-1981 Jeep CJ5, CJ7, and Scrambler applications
• Steel piston construction with a 2.596 in. (65.9384 mm) piston diameter
• New high-temperature EPDM rubber seals for durability and performance
• New bleeder screws, banjo bolts where applicable, and stainless steel hardware clips where applicable
• Plastic cap plugs protect brake port threads during installation
• Oil emulsion finish with gray caliper color and rust-inhibiting treatment
• Package contents: caliper and hardware kit

Product Details

Cardone 18-4015 is part of the Unloaded Caliper line, a remanufactured brake caliper program focused on OE fitment and complete service-ready construction. Each unit is rebuilt with brand-new critical components, then 100% pressure-tested to help deliver stable hydraulic performance. The caliper bracket is included where applicable, and the unit is supplied unloaded for applications that reuse the brake pads separately. This part cross-references American Motors 8130219 and 8131649777 for the same application.

Compatible With 1978 Jeep CJ5, front right; 1978 Jeep CJ5, front left; 1978 Jeep CJ7, front right; 1978 Jeep CJ7, front left; 1979-1981 Jeep CJ5, front right; 1979-1981 Jeep CJ5, front left; 1979-1981 Jeep CJ7, front right; 1979-1981 Jeep CJ7, front left; and 1981 Jeep Scrambler, front right or front left. Notes include rear mount caliper or forward mount caliper depending on position, with metal piston and installation hardware included.

Common Brake Issues This Part Can Address

• Brake drag or uneven braking from a sticking caliper
• Brake fluid leakage at the caliper body or bleeder area
• Poor pedal response caused by worn internal seals or piston wear
• Corrosion-related caliper seizure on older Jeep front brake systems
• Uneven front brake performance between left and right sides

Installation Notes

Verify caliper position before removing the old unit, since front right and front left applications use different mounting orientations. Use the brake fluid specified by the original equipment manufacturer, and replace fluid from a sealed container only. Silicone grease is used on floating caliper mounting pins. Bleeding the system after installation is required to remove air and restore pedal feel.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone brake caliper is remanufactured to rigorous quality standards, pressure-tested, and assembled with new premium components for reliable service. The remanufacturing process also reduces energy and raw material use compared with producing a new part.