You need to jack up the car and remove the wheel, make sure you use good jack stands to support the weight of the van. Next use a c-clamp from the outside pad to the back of the caliper and compress the caliper.Then remove the lower caliper bolt and swing the caliper upwards away from the rotor. replace the pads and reinsert the caliper and bolt. Make sure before moving the car you pump the brake pedal until firm. Then you need to Burnish the new braking surface after the brake pads have been replaced.
Burnish the new braking surface by making 20 stops from 30 mph. Use medium to firm pressure on the brake pedal. Do not overheat the brakes.How to change brake pads on 2000 chevy venture?This is a job that is not that different from car to car, so I would suggest that if you have not done it before that you get some professional help as the braking system on any vehicle is very important not only to you but to other road users too.How to change brake pads on 2000 chevy venture?I have done a few brake jobs myself. Mechanic O is right, they don't vary much from vehichle to vehicle. I just recently replaced pads on a 1998 Ford Expo. I had only the basic tools and it still on took about 2 hours to complete. It is kind of a lengthy process though. I would be happy to help walk you through any problems. My e-mail is drj232002@yahoo if you need help. :)
