Took out wrong bolt on brake caliper?

2019 TOYOTA 4RUNNER
65,000 MILES • 4.0L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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While trying to change the front rotors and pads on my vehicle, I took out the wrong bolt. It will not go back all the way. It is a 17 mm bolt on the caliper. What do I do?
Sep 29, 2022 at 10:14 AM
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MIKE H R
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Hello, I believe you are talking about the backing plate bolt. Loosen the other 3 bolts a little, enough for it to move around a little, then put the bolt that you took out and slowly put it back in. A little lube will help it. When you have it in the tighten the other bolts little by little until, they all are tightened correctly.

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Sep 29, 2022 at 1:46 PM