Overview
The Crown Automotive 5011983K is a brake caliper rebuild kit for the 1999–2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WJ), for use with Teves front or rear calipers. The kit includes a piston, a seal and a boot.
Crown Automotive has made replacement parts for Jeep vehicles for over 50 years, with over 8,000 different part numbers, including many factory-discontinued items. This caliper rebuild kit is a direct fit for the 1999–2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WJ) in the Laredo, Limited, Overland, Special Edition and Sport trims.
Key features
- Caliper rebuild kit for Teves calipers
- Works with front or rear Teves calipers
- Includes a piston, a seal and a boot
- Direct fit for the listed Grand Cherokee (WJ) trims
- Crown Automotive replacement part for Jeep vehicles
Before you rebuild
A caliper rebuild replaces the parts that wear first, the piston seal and dust boot, and restores smooth piston travel. Corrosion or scoring inside the bore can keep a new seal from sealing, so the bore should be inspected before any kit is installed. A bore that is pitted badly usually calls for a new caliper rather than a rebuild.
Brake work is best handled with a clean bench and fresh brake fluid on hand. Keep the pads, rotors and hoses in view during the job, since a worn pad or a cracked hose is often found once the caliper is off. Use lubricant suited to brake seals and avoid petroleum-based grease on rubber parts.
Calipers on the same axle should be serviced together so that braking stays even from side to side. After reassembly, bleed the system, pump the pedal until it is firm, and test at low speed before driving normally.
- Inspect the caliper bore for pitting or scoring
- Replace pads and rotors when the caliper is serviced
- Use fresh brake fluid when bleeding
- Check hoses for cracks or soft spots
Specifications
| Brand | Crown Automotive |
|---|---|
| Part number | 5011983K |
| UPC | 70000707697 |
| Product type | Disc brake caliper repair kit |
| Caliper type | Teves, front or rear |
| Kit contents | Piston, seal and boot |
| Fitment type | Direct fit |
Vehicle fitment
The 1999–2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WJ) is covered in the Laredo, Limited, Overland, Special Edition and Sport trims.
The kit is made for Teves calipers only. Confirm fit for your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering, since earlier ZJ and later WK models are outside the 1999–2004 WJ range this kit covers.
Installation notes
Brake components are safety-critical. Have a qualified technician install them, complete the break-in procedure, and test braking at low speed in a safe area before normal driving.
Support the vehicle on jack stands or a lift on level ground, never on a jack alone. Tighten all fasteners to the torque specifications for your vehicle, and re-check fastener tightness after the first few miles of driving.
Clean the caliper bore and mounting surfaces before assembly, bleed the brake system after reassembly, and inspect the pads, rotors and hoses at the same time. Calipers are often replaced in axle pairs for even braking.
What’s included
A piston, a seal and a boot.
Not included: brake pads, rotors, hoses, brake fluid, and the caliper body itself.
