brake caliper
The brake caliper is a metal box that holds the pads. When you brake, it squeezes the pads against the disc to slow the car.
A brake caliper is the component that houses the brake pads and pistons. It clamps onto the brake disc to create friction, stopping the wheel from turning.
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