Description

Overview

This caliper cap and pad retainer kit is designed for heavy trailer air disc brake calipers, helping keep pads seated correctly and protect the caliper body during service. Additionally, it gives workshops a quick way to refresh worn hardware without replacing the entire caliper. As a result, you maintain consistent braking performance and reduce the risk of pad movement on rough roads.

Features

• OE-style cap and pad retaining hardware for common heavy vehicle air disc brakes.
• Simple, bolt-on replacement that fits existing caliper carriers with no machining.
• Compact kit that suits routine brake services and pad changes during scheduled maintenance.
• Supports consistent pad clamping to help minimise uneven pad wear over time.

Specifications and Materials

Part number: FB2900.
This caliper cap and pad retainer kit uses durable steel components suitable for heavy-duty trailer applications. In typical use it supports air disc brake calipers on multi-axle trailers where reliable pad retention is critical. Hardware is designed to work with standard workshop tools, so technicians can replace caps and retainers efficiently during a normal brake service. For general information on servicing these heavy vehicle disc brake calipers, refer to this manufacturer service manual

Compatibility and Fitment

This cross-reference listing means this part is a suitable replacement for the part numbers and applications shown. Some changes in installation may be required. Knorr SB 6/7, Knorr SK 6/7, Knorr SL 7, Knorr SM 7, Knorr SN 6/7, Bendix ADB22X, Meritor DX195.

Compliance and Safety

When installing this caliper cap and pad retainer kit, always follow the vehicle and brake manufacturers’ torque settings and service intervals. Additionally, inspect pads, discs and guide hardware for wear, corrosion or damage before refitting. Technicians should clean mating surfaces, apply suitable high-temperature brake grease only where specified, and replace any distorted or heavily corroded hardware instead of reusing it. Finally, carry out a full brake function check and leak test before returning the trailer to service.

Trailer Applications

This caliper cap and pad retainer kit suits workshops maintaining on-highway semi-trailers, tankers, curtain-siders and other heavy trailers running air disc brakes. Moreover, it fits well into preventative maintenance programs where fleets want to refresh small hardware components at the same time as pad changes. In many fleets this approach helps extend caliper life, supports even pad wear and reduces unexpected brake downtime across multi-axle combinations.

Cross-reference and Suitability

This part cross-references to or suits the following equivalent part numbers and compatible alternatives:

Why Choose ICS Trailers

ICS Trailers focuses on proven heavy vehicle foundation brake components, so you can match parts confidently to common trailer brake systems. Our team prioritises compatibility, practical workshop fitment and reliable supply, which helps fleets keep trailers on the road and earning. Browse Foundation Brakes at ICS Trailers in our Foundation Brakes category