Cardone 18-B4697 Disc Brake Caliper - Rear Right

Rear Right Brake Caliper for Camaro and Firebird

Cardone 18-B4697 is a remanufactured unloaded disc brake caliper with bracket for the rear right position. It is built for 1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaro and 1998-2002 Pontiac Firebird applications, with OE-style fitment and new hardware for straightforward service work.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment-style caliper for precise vehicle fit
• Rear right application for 1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird
• Aluminum piston with a 1.772 in. (45.0088 mm) piston size
• Oil emulsion finish with gray caliper color
• New bleeder screw, seals, stainless steel hardware clips, and mounting pins where applicable
• Bracket included where applicable; package contents include caliper, bracket, and hardware kit
• Pressure-tested for consistent brake performance
• Plastic cap plug protects brake port threads during handling and installation

Product Details

Cardone’s unloaded caliper w/bracket line focuses on remanufactured brake hydraulics built to OE specifications. For this Cardone 18-B4697 caliper, worn internal components are replaced with new premium parts, including high-temperature EPDM rubber seals and durable piston materials that resist cracking and pitting. The result is a rear right disc brake caliper for Camaro and Firebird models that supports reliable braking service while maintaining the original equipment finish.

This part cross-references Chevrolet and Pontiac OE numbers for the same application, including 10277026 and 10430187.

Common Brake Issues This Part Addresses

• Rear brake drag or uneven braking at the right rear wheel
• Brake fluid leakage at the caliper body or bleeder area
• Corrosion or sticking from a worn caliper piston or seals
• Poor pedal response caused by a failing hydraulic caliper assembly
• Service problems during brake bleeding due to damaged bleeder hardware

Installation Notes and Tips

• Compatible With 1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaro, rear right.
• Compatible With 1998-2002 Pontiac Firebird, rear right.
• Use the brake fluid specified by the vehicle manufacturer and replace fluid from a sealed container.
• Inspect brake hoses, pads, and rotor condition before installing the caliper.
• Bleed the brake system thoroughly after installation to remove trapped air.
• Apply silicone grease to floating caliper mounting pins when servicing the bracketed assembly.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone remanufactured brake caliper is pressure-tested and assembled with new internal components to meet rigorous performance standards. The remanufacturing process also reduces raw material and energy use compared with producing a new part.