I can't figure out how to get the old pads out of the caliper and new pads in.How do i change the front brake pads on 2000 dodge 2500 truck?Ram
Single-piston calipers of various sizes were used from 1997-99. For the 2000 model year a twin-piston caliper was used.
1. Clean the area around the master cylinder reservoir and filler cap(s).
2. Remove the filler cap(s) and siphon off about 25 percent of the fluid. This is to prevent overflow as the piston is pushed into the caliper. Fitting new pads will cause a rise in the fluid level.
3. Raise and support the vehicle.
4. Remove the wheel.
5. Pry the piston side pad away from the rotor with a tool which won't scratch the rotor surface.
6. Remove the caliper mounting bolts.
7. Remove the caliper and brake pads from the rotor. Use a plastic mallet to tap it free, if necessary.
8. Pry out the outboard brake pad.
9. Remove the inboard shoe by tilting the pad outward until the retainer spring is clear of the caliper piston.
10. Remove the anti-rattle springs, if fitted (2000 models).
NOTE
The anti-rattle springs are not interchangeable.
11. Support the caliper with a wire or twine: Do NOT allow it to hang by the hose.
NOTE
Do NOT apply the brake pedal with the caliper off the rotor. Use a soft wedge (such as a piece of wood) to hold the pads apart if the caliper is to be off the rotor for any length of time.
To install:
12. Clean the caliper and steering knuckle slide surfaces with a wire brush. Then lubricate the surfaces with a thin coat of high temperature grease.
13. On 1997-99 Rams, lubricate the caliper mounting bolts, collars, bushings and bores with silicone grease.
14. Lubricate and install the anti-rattle springs (2000 models).
15. Install the inboard shoe. Be sure the retainer spring is firmly seated in the caliper piston.
16. Insert the outboard shoe in the caliper.
17. Degrease the rotor with a safe solvent.
18. Push the piston(s) in far enough to allow the pads to clear the rotor. This can be done by hand or with a special tool: several types are available.
19. Install the caliper and rotor assembly. Be sure the caliper is seated flush on the mounting arm surfaces.
20. Start the mounting bolts by hand to prevent crossthreading. Tighten the bolts to 38 ft. lbs. (51 Nm) on 1997-99 models, or to 24 ft. lbs. (33 Nm) on 2000 models.
21. Install the wheel.
22. Apply the brake several times to seat the pads.
23. Check the brake fluid level at the master cylinder reservoir and add if necessary.How do i change the front brake pads on 2000 dodge 2500 truck?chaging brak epads on any cart or truck pretty much th esame real easy once you know how brake system work you can do any so just type into search box
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not much more than removing wheel remove two pins or bolts lift caliber remove pads use a clamp to push piston in
shouldnt take but a hour maybe
