Are there pins that I need to remove? They don't seem to be like the usual brakes I have worked on. Is there a trick?How do you change the brake pads on a 2001 Dodge Ram Truck?if it is a 4wd, there should be a bolt on the top and the bottom.How do you change the brake pads on a 2001 Dodge Ram Truck?Try going to Dodge Forum.
http://www.dodgeforum.com
Hope it helps.How do you change the brake pads on a 2001 Dodge Ram Truck?try this man but i think the are about the same as any other brake you push in the caliber remove the blots or pins remove the pad pump it back up and driveHow do you change the brake pads on a 2001 Dodge Ram Truck?if you don't know how and can't figure it out just by looking at it you don't need to be doing it.
Well.................... i guess that it is only your life and the lives that matter if you get it right or not.How do you change the brake pads on a 2001 Dodge Ram Truck?Go to the library or the auto parts store and get a manual, that will tell you.
Friday, June 3, 2011
How do i change disk brake pads on a 2000 Crown Victoria.?
I am going to buy the pads. Please explain in detail how to remove and install the pads.And how to compress the bore and bleed the master cylinder. Please discuss all this .thanksHow do i change disk brake pads on a 2000 Crown Victoria.?http://www.2carpros.com/how_to/how_to_re
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Instructions on how to change brake pads on a 1996 Dodge Caravan SE?
Remove the caliper, remove the discs, open the master cylinder,squeeze the piston with a c-clamp, put the new discs on,replace caliper, Press brake petal several times to seat the pads, fill master cylinder and close.Instructions on how to change brake pads on a 1996 Dodge Caravan SE?You might say please!!Instructions on how to change brake pads on a 1996 Dodge Caravan SE?take off lug nuts
take off tire
take off hub
take off old pads
then replaceInstructions on how to change brake pads on a 1996 Dodge Caravan SE?When pushing the caliper piston back you need to clamp the flex hose and open the bleeder screw. If you do not do this you may damage the anti-lock system or the master clyinder. You don't want to push all that dirt back through the system.
take off tire
take off hub
take off old pads
then replaceInstructions on how to change brake pads on a 1996 Dodge Caravan SE?When pushing the caliper piston back you need to clamp the flex hose and open the bleeder screw. If you do not do this you may damage the anti-lock system or the master clyinder. You don't want to push all that dirt back through the system.
I need to change my brake pads?
I know nothing about cars and need to change my brake pads
I have been told i need to choose either 92kw brake pads or 63kw pads
whats the difference?I need to change my brake pads?I'd really like to help you but I've never heard of a 92 or 63kw brake pad. Is it a classification, brand or type? Please be a little more complete when you ask questions.I need to change my brake pads?The difference is in the type of brakes your car was designed for. Brakes are the number one part of a car, they need to be exactly right. Since you say you don't know about cars, please let a shop repair them for you. Let your learning experiences be on something less dangerous if done incorrectly.I need to change my brake pads?just ask for pads for your car. they will know what kind it takes. if you don,t know nothing about cars then you better let someone else change them.
I have been told i need to choose either 92kw brake pads or 63kw pads
whats the difference?I need to change my brake pads?I'd really like to help you but I've never heard of a 92 or 63kw brake pad. Is it a classification, brand or type? Please be a little more complete when you ask questions.I need to change my brake pads?The difference is in the type of brakes your car was designed for. Brakes are the number one part of a car, they need to be exactly right. Since you say you don't know about cars, please let a shop repair them for you. Let your learning experiences be on something less dangerous if done incorrectly.I need to change my brake pads?just ask for pads for your car. they will know what kind it takes. if you don,t know nothing about cars then you better let someone else change them.
How hard is it to change brake rotors & pads on a 01 Silverado 4WD?
Any suggestions/reviews on basic aftermarket rotors and/or pads?How hard is it to change brake rotors %26amp; pads on a 01 Silverado 4WD?What's wrong with %26quot;stock%26quot;?
GM uses higher quality steel in their rotors than ANY aftermarket China made steel.
It's simple to replace rotors and pads.
1) A good jack.
2) A block of wood. (to hold the truck tires off the ground) Don't trust the jack by it's self!!
3) 1 Big C clamp. (to compress the calipers)
4) Lug wrench.How hard is it to change brake rotors %26amp; pads on a 01 Silverado 4WD?Absolutely not. If I'm not mistaken, those are hubless rotors that come right off after the calipers are removed. You may need to have the rotors turned (machined) if they have been rubbing metal to metal on the pads. Local parts houses usually do that for $5-10 each.How hard is it to change brake rotors %26amp; pads on a 01 Silverado 4WD?I don't know if you would gain a whole heck of a lot by going totally aftermarket with the rotors - your best bet is get a set of good replacements from the auto parts store, and look for higher performance pads. The replacements are very simple on your truck - pull off the caliper, and the rotors should come right off.
If you're dead set on aftermarket, I can personally recommend the SSBC rotors - I recommend the slotted, but not cross-drilled, since you're stopping a whole lot of weight when you brake, the cross-drills will tend to crack at the holes from the heat.
GM uses higher quality steel in their rotors than ANY aftermarket China made steel.
It's simple to replace rotors and pads.
1) A good jack.
2) A block of wood. (to hold the truck tires off the ground) Don't trust the jack by it's self!!
3) 1 Big C clamp. (to compress the calipers)
4) Lug wrench.How hard is it to change brake rotors %26amp; pads on a 01 Silverado 4WD?Absolutely not. If I'm not mistaken, those are hubless rotors that come right off after the calipers are removed. You may need to have the rotors turned (machined) if they have been rubbing metal to metal on the pads. Local parts houses usually do that for $5-10 each.How hard is it to change brake rotors %26amp; pads on a 01 Silverado 4WD?I don't know if you would gain a whole heck of a lot by going totally aftermarket with the rotors - your best bet is get a set of good replacements from the auto parts store, and look for higher performance pads. The replacements are very simple on your truck - pull off the caliper, and the rotors should come right off.
If you're dead set on aftermarket, I can personally recommend the SSBC rotors - I recommend the slotted, but not cross-drilled, since you're stopping a whole lot of weight when you brake, the cross-drills will tend to crack at the holes from the heat.
How to change rear brake pads on 2001 integra ls?
I tried it but i couldnt get the caliper to open enough so it could get on top of the pads, i tried using the caliper opening tool, but no help , if anyone had done this please let me know the steps thanksHow to change rear brake pads on 2001 integra ls?If it's like most older Acura's, you need to rotate the piston clockwise for it to go in. There will be a couple indentations on the face of the piston. Put the tips of a decent sized needle nosed pliers in each side, as opposed to grabbing the outside which might scratch it. They do make a special tool that I have, but I don't usually even bother using it.
When you get it back in all the way, make sure that the knob on the back of the brake pad fits into one of the indentations in the piston, or it won't work right. Rotate the piston back out a little until it lines up, if you need to.How to change rear brake pads on 2001 integra ls?I'm not too sure of the type of caliper used on the Acura's. However, as far as I know, you can either push a caliper piston in with a C clamp, or it has to be turned with a special type of tool. For example, Ford application calipers. One can easily distinguish them by the notches on the pistons. If neither works, caliper might be locked.How to change rear brake pads on 2001 integra ls?Check here http://www.thepartsbin.com/change-brake-How to change rear brake pads on 2001 integra ls?some calipers have to be turned out instead of decompressed so just grab a pair of needle nose pliers and twist it back in
When you get it back in all the way, make sure that the knob on the back of the brake pad fits into one of the indentations in the piston, or it won't work right. Rotate the piston back out a little until it lines up, if you need to.How to change rear brake pads on 2001 integra ls?I'm not too sure of the type of caliper used on the Acura's. However, as far as I know, you can either push a caliper piston in with a C clamp, or it has to be turned with a special type of tool. For example, Ford application calipers. One can easily distinguish them by the notches on the pistons. If neither works, caliper might be locked.How to change rear brake pads on 2001 integra ls?Check here http://www.thepartsbin.com/change-brake-How to change rear brake pads on 2001 integra ls?some calipers have to be turned out instead of decompressed so just grab a pair of needle nose pliers and twist it back in
How do I change the brake pads on my 79 Datsun 210?
I can't figure out how to pull apart the caliper so I can get the pads off of those pins... I've been sitting there for 2 hours. I am a fairly experienced mechanic so I'm a little put off by having to ask for help, it's down right embarrassing. I've never not been able to figure something out on my own, so please be kind to my pride hahaha...
And thanks in advance.How do I change the brake pads on my 79 Datsun 210?Those cars are actually very simple. You do not need to remove the caliper. You pull the cotter pin at the end of each pin, then pull the 2 pins straight out. Then you can pull the pads out. Thats all there is to it. You will need to push the piston back in before you will be able to put the new pads in.band myspace hardware
And thanks in advance.How do I change the brake pads on my 79 Datsun 210?Those cars are actually very simple. You do not need to remove the caliper. You pull the cotter pin at the end of each pin, then pull the 2 pins straight out. Then you can pull the pads out. Thats all there is to it. You will need to push the piston back in before you will be able to put the new pads in.
Is it easy to change brake pads?
How much does it typically cost to have it done? It's $40 for all 4 at auto zone. Is it simple or is there a trick to it so i should have it done professionally?Is it easy to change brake pads?Everything is easy to do if you know how to do it and with the right tools my friend.
if you are changing the pads you should change the disks too as if they are left they might get warped and the steering wheel will shake when u use the breaks. i always do my breaks. it's 13 socket or an allan key that is used but once you loosen the bolts push the pistons back before you take the callipers off. it will take a while but take your time as it's your first time. once you have the callipers all the way back take the pads off and push the break pedal till the pistons come right out to loosen them off. then lubricate the bolts that are holding the callipers but pulling them out and put them back in again.
I can write all day about all the problems you can encounter but you cross them bridges only if it comes to it...
Good luck and I hope this helps...
VesIs it easy to change brake pads?You probably only need to change the front...
Very easy..No tricks...
Once you have done it the first time, you should
be able to do a front disc brake change in about
20 / 30 minutes easily..Is it easy to change brake pads?It's very simple. Even a drunken monkey with no knowledge of Kung-fu could do it.
Just look at this video and follow:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0PFiCV2BG
if you are changing the pads you should change the disks too as if they are left they might get warped and the steering wheel will shake when u use the breaks. i always do my breaks. it's 13 socket or an allan key that is used but once you loosen the bolts push the pistons back before you take the callipers off. it will take a while but take your time as it's your first time. once you have the callipers all the way back take the pads off and push the break pedal till the pistons come right out to loosen them off. then lubricate the bolts that are holding the callipers but pulling them out and put them back in again.
I can write all day about all the problems you can encounter but you cross them bridges only if it comes to it...
Good luck and I hope this helps...
VesIs it easy to change brake pads?You probably only need to change the front...
Very easy..No tricks...
Once you have done it the first time, you should
be able to do a front disc brake change in about
20 / 30 minutes easily..Is it easy to change brake pads?It's very simple. Even a drunken monkey with no knowledge of Kung-fu could do it.
Just look at this video and follow:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0PFiCV2BG
How do I change front brake pads on a 03' 4Runner?
Howdy, I have never done this before, but for what the dealership quoted me, I think I will try to do it myself! I have an 03%26#039; 4Runner that Im trying to change the front brakes on. The only thing thing that scares me is the ABS system. I%26#039;m worried I may damage it some how.How do I change front brake pads on a 03%26#039; 4Runner?http://www.edmunds.com/ownership/howto/a
How To
Change Your Brake Pads
Nothing is more important than your car%26#039;s ability to stop itself.
Even race car drivers will tell you that a car%26#039;s braking capacity takes precedence over its acceleration. Putting a car through a wall is not nearly as much fun as touching the brakes slightly, banking into a turn, and scooting out the other side. Nor as safe.
But braking systems often fail us -- usually from our own neglect. Even Formula One cars won%26#039;t stop as effectively with worn brake pads. It%26#039;s the equipment, folks, not the driver.
In the case of braking, it%26#039;s essential that we maintain optimum friction pad depth to insure maximum performance of the braking system. In layman%26#039;s terms: change your brake pads!
In previous articles at Edmunds.com we%26#039;ve discussed the ins and outs of braking systems. The link below provides an excellent primer on the differences between drum and disc brakes. You might want to read it before going any further.
Brakes: Drum vs. Disc
Okay, here%26#039;s the deal. We%26#039;re not going to go into some long, drawn-out discussion about the advantages and disadvantages of various braking systems, drag coefficients, friction rates, kinetic versus thermal energy, etc., etc. What we%26#039;re going to do here is roll up our sleeves and do a brake reline. Leave that other stuff to the armchair mechanics, the sideline slackers.
As always with our How To columns, we suggest that you own a basic tool kit and have the time to commit to the task. This will take a few hours. In exchange, we hope to teach you a little something about braking systems and what makes them tick.
As we said at the outset, nothing is more important than your car%26#039;s ability to stop itself. Learning about the braking system -- how it works, ways to maintain it, when to fix it, what to look for while you%26#039;re in there -- will not only make you a smarter driver, but a safer one too.
*
Since we have a limited amount of space here, we%26#039;re going to focus exclusively on changing the front brake pads. Ninety percent of the brake pad changes you make during the life of your vehicle will be to the front pads.
You can check for brake pad wear by viewing the pads from outside the front tire. On most cars, you can look through the openings on the outside of the wheel/rim assembly to see the pads. (Of the six cars we looked at for this story, all but one had the pads clearly visible. On rare occasions, you may have to remove the wheel to see the pads.) The outside pad should be staring you in the face. Look at it from above. The pad will be pressed against the shiny metal rotor. See it?
Now, there are two way to determine whether the pads need replacing.
First, visually. If the pad depth is less than 录 inch, plan on replacing it soon. If it%26#039;s less than 1/8 inch, you%26#039;re getting close to damaging the rotor, so do it ASAP. This varies slightly from car to car, but is a good general guideline.
Second, by ear. They build these little noisemaking shims into the brake assembly to tell you when the pads need changing. Are you hearing a screeching sound when you apply the brakes, like a mouse trying to escape? You%26#039;re overdue for a reline. (If the sound is more a scrape-y metal rasp, you%26#039;ve already damaged your rotors and need to fix the brakes immediately.)
Okay, you%26#039;ve determined that the front pads are due for replacement. Remember the rule here: better too soon than too late, which can result not only in more expensive repairs, but unsafe driving conditions as well. So let%26#039;s go...
STEP ONE: Comfort first. Park the car in a cool, shady spot.
STEP TWO: Now safety. Block the rear wheels so the car won%26#039;t roll once you jack it up. Put the car in park and set the parking brake firmly.
STEP THREE: Lay out your tools. Grab a tire iron and go to the front wheels. The tire iron is that long metal rod with a socket on the end of it that usually comes with the vehicle. You can also buy a really cool one (called a spinner) that looks like a metal cross -- in fact, it is a metal cross -- with different-sized sockets on each end.
What we want to do here, before jacking the car up off the ground, is loosen the lug nuts on the wheels just enough to break them free. So go do that. Work them off just enough until they loosen their resistance and become easy to turn with the tire iron. Now slip the jack under the car.
There are several places to safely jack up the car. If you have a floorjack, you can roll it all the way under to the center of the engine and jack it up using the K-member that holds the engine. Be careful not to use the oil pan, as you might damage it. If you have a smaller, single floor jack, you%26#039;ll have to do one side at a time. Look for flat spots on the frame, immediately to the rear of the front wheels, or on the end of each axle.
CAUTION: Always use jack stands. Never attempt to work on an elevated vehicle held in place only by a hydraulic jack.
Okay, raise the front axle off the ground. Put your jack stands under each end of the axle, and lower the car onto the stands. A jack stand (see illustration) is a metal tripod with variable height adjustments. You should own two.
STEP FOUR: Remove the lug nuts and the wheel (the tire will be attached). Best to work on one wheel at a time, leaving the other side intact as a point of reference. As a safety precaution, roll the wheel/tire assembly under the front-center of the car, between the jack stands, and plop it down beneath the engine%26#039;s K-member. In the event of a faulty jack stand, this will break the vehicle%26#039;s fall and could possibly save your life.
STEP FIVE: Okay, take a breather. Now let%26#039;s look at what we have before us.
A disc brake assembly is composed of the following elements: a caliper, two brake pads, a rotor, and some bolts and clips to hold it alltogether. It%26#039;s a very simple design. Here%26#039;s how it works.
The caliper comes in two flavors -- floating or fixed. Each works on a similar principle. The caliper%26#039;s job is to squeeze the brake pads toward a centrally located metal plate -- the rotor -- producing friction, which in turn slows the car. Think of a hand slowly clamping down on a spinning record (or a CD, for you youngin%26#039;s who%26#039;ve never heard the term %26quot;record%26quot; before).
The brake pads hover on either side of the metal plate. They attach to the inside of the caliper, depending on your car%26#039;s design, with clips or bolts. They are composed of heat-resistant material that rubs against the rotor. When the brakes are applied, the pads move toward one another, gripping the rotor between them and slowing the wheels.
The rotor is that shiny metal disc staring you in the face right now. You can almost see your reflection, right? Get your eyes level with it. If you can%26#039;t see your face, or at least its general outline, it may mean that the disc needs servicing or replacement. Below, we%26#039;ll show you how to check this disc for scoring or marring, and what to do about that.
STEP SIX: Back to work. Remove the bolts holding the caliper in place. Gently slide it out and away from the rotor. Inspect the inside of the caliper. See the pads? They will be held in place by a bolt or a series of clips, sometimes both. Remove the bolts or clips holding the pads in place (remember, you left the other side intact to use as a reference) and work them free. Examine the pads. Is there any %26quot;meat%26quot; left on them, or are they worn down to the screws? If they%26#039;re completely worn, you should%26#039;ve been hearing a metallic scrape for a while every time you applied the brakes.
Lay the pads aside and inspect the rotor. Can you see yourself in it? If the pads were worn into the metal, your rotor will be scored; you%26#039;ll have trouble seeing yourself. Run your fingernails along the surface of the rotor -- careful, though; if it%26#039;s been less than 20 minutes since you last drove the vehicle, they might still be hot -- first the side facing you, then the side facing away. Is it scored? Deeply? This next point is very important. If the rotor has any grooves at all in it, remove it at once. Now you have a decision to make.
If you have a scored rotor, you must decide whether to have it %26quot;turned%26quot; or to replace it. If you%26#039;re short on money, take it to a local mechanic and ask him to %26quot;turn%26quot; it for you. What they do is put it on a special metal-cutting lathe and shave off several thousandths of an inch of metal until the disc is shiny again. Remember, though, one of the real advantages of disc brakes over drum is their heat-handling capability. By removing metal, you reduce the system%26#039;s thermal transfer capacity. We recommend turning the discs only when you are short on bucks. The better way is to take the disc to the auto parts store, match it up with a replacement, and buy a new one. Last time we did this, it only cost us twenty bucks for a new rotor, a cheap investment in safety. You have to go there anyway to buy the new brake pads, as well as a few other things, so why not make it one trip. In fact, here%26#039;s your shopping list:
new rotor, or rotors, if needed
new brake pads (bring the old ones, to match them)
brake pad grease (comes in little packets; they%26#039;re cheap, so buy two)
STEP SEVEN: Go home and have a lemonade.
STEP EIGHT: Before you go any further, you must move the piston back to its %26quot;full open%26quot; position. The piston? you ask. Ah, we didn%26#039;t tell you about that one, did we? Remember the hand-and-record analogy. As the fingers push down (equivalent to the brake pads wearing) the distance between the brake pads shortens. Now that we have brand new pads, we must return the system -- the hand -- to its original %26quot;open%26quot; position, to accommodate the new pads. There are several ways to do this.
First, find the piston. It is located along the back (closest to the engine) portion of the caliper. It%26#039;s usually about three to four inches across, and resembles a small metal promontory with a flat top. See it? Depending on its condition and age, there are several things you can do to move it back (toward the center of the car). If it%26#039;s new, try pushing it in with the heel of your hand. Doesn%26#039;t work? Okay, then try a channel lock or a vise grip. Still won%26#039;t budge? Then here%26#039;s a suggestion. A neighbor of ours turned us on to this once, and it works great. Get a large C-clamp, place a thin piece of wood or cardboard over the face of the piston to protect the surface from marring, and work it back that way. As you turn the handle on the clamp, it will increase pressure on the piston, until it becomes flush with the surrounding metal. Then loosen and remove the C-clamp.
STEP NINE:Install the new rotor, if necessary. Remove the old brake pads from the caliper (usually held in place by several clips), but, before putting on the new ones, you must do something. Remember the little packets of grease you bought? These are used to lubricate the brake pads. Careful now -- not on the front of the pad, which comes in contact with the rotor, but on the back. The pads attach to the caliper via a plate-and-clip arrangement. The lubricant goes between the plate and the back of the brake pad. Got it?
Don%26#039;t overlook this. If you don%26#039;t do it, you%26#039;ll get a horrible screeching sound every time you apply the brakes, like a dinosaur in heat (and you know how horny those velociraptors used to get). After you apply the grease, attach the pad to the plate and slide the whole thing into place.
STEP TEN:. Basically, at this point, just reassemble the system in reverse order of the way you took it apart. Now do the other side. Take the car for a test spin. Sometimes, with new brakes, you can get some weird scraping and scratching sounds; these will usually go away in a few days. Clean up, and you%26#039;re done.
Don%26#039;t underestimate the importance of a brake reline. As we said at the outset, absolutely nothing is more important than your car%26#039;s ability to stop itself. Knowing more about your car%26#039;s braking system -- getting in there and actually seeing what%26#039;s going on -- empowers and informs you in a way that going to the corner mechanic doesn%26#039;t.How do I change front brake pads on a 03%26#039; 4Runner?it%26#039;s a four wheel drive then you%26#039;ll need to use a Allen wrench or metric wrench to get the discs off if it %26#039;s a stander ed you%26#039;ll need big screw driver needle nose pliers and a reg.pair of pliers.How do I change front brake pads on a 03%26#039; 4Runner?unds methodundshttp://www.chiltonsonline.com/
For $19.95 you can get a years subscription to Chilton online.
Go to your major parts supplier and get a CHILTONS manual
or you may find one at the library.
I would certainly hate to try to do a brake job from the Edmunds method as shown on this forum.
You are a complete novice, it sounds like, and need pictures and diagrams to assist you. It is not a difficult job but does require a little knowledge to get it right.
Never, repeat, never go to a dealer except for warranty work. Watch your step even then, they will sell you unnecessary work.
As for abs, carefully take off wheel and you should be able to see the abs pick and sensor. Just don%26#039;t damage it.
If you get a Chiltons repair manual it should tell you all about it.
Don%26#039;t buy an Edmunds manual, they are terrible.
How To
Change Your Brake Pads
Nothing is more important than your car%26#039;s ability to stop itself.
Even race car drivers will tell you that a car%26#039;s braking capacity takes precedence over its acceleration. Putting a car through a wall is not nearly as much fun as touching the brakes slightly, banking into a turn, and scooting out the other side. Nor as safe.
But braking systems often fail us -- usually from our own neglect. Even Formula One cars won%26#039;t stop as effectively with worn brake pads. It%26#039;s the equipment, folks, not the driver.
In the case of braking, it%26#039;s essential that we maintain optimum friction pad depth to insure maximum performance of the braking system. In layman%26#039;s terms: change your brake pads!
In previous articles at Edmunds.com we%26#039;ve discussed the ins and outs of braking systems. The link below provides an excellent primer on the differences between drum and disc brakes. You might want to read it before going any further.
Brakes: Drum vs. Disc
Okay, here%26#039;s the deal. We%26#039;re not going to go into some long, drawn-out discussion about the advantages and disadvantages of various braking systems, drag coefficients, friction rates, kinetic versus thermal energy, etc., etc. What we%26#039;re going to do here is roll up our sleeves and do a brake reline. Leave that other stuff to the armchair mechanics, the sideline slackers.
As always with our How To columns, we suggest that you own a basic tool kit and have the time to commit to the task. This will take a few hours. In exchange, we hope to teach you a little something about braking systems and what makes them tick.
As we said at the outset, nothing is more important than your car%26#039;s ability to stop itself. Learning about the braking system -- how it works, ways to maintain it, when to fix it, what to look for while you%26#039;re in there -- will not only make you a smarter driver, but a safer one too.
*
Since we have a limited amount of space here, we%26#039;re going to focus exclusively on changing the front brake pads. Ninety percent of the brake pad changes you make during the life of your vehicle will be to the front pads.
You can check for brake pad wear by viewing the pads from outside the front tire. On most cars, you can look through the openings on the outside of the wheel/rim assembly to see the pads. (Of the six cars we looked at for this story, all but one had the pads clearly visible. On rare occasions, you may have to remove the wheel to see the pads.) The outside pad should be staring you in the face. Look at it from above. The pad will be pressed against the shiny metal rotor. See it?
Now, there are two way to determine whether the pads need replacing.
First, visually. If the pad depth is less than 录 inch, plan on replacing it soon. If it%26#039;s less than 1/8 inch, you%26#039;re getting close to damaging the rotor, so do it ASAP. This varies slightly from car to car, but is a good general guideline.
Second, by ear. They build these little noisemaking shims into the brake assembly to tell you when the pads need changing. Are you hearing a screeching sound when you apply the brakes, like a mouse trying to escape? You%26#039;re overdue for a reline. (If the sound is more a scrape-y metal rasp, you%26#039;ve already damaged your rotors and need to fix the brakes immediately.)
Okay, you%26#039;ve determined that the front pads are due for replacement. Remember the rule here: better too soon than too late, which can result not only in more expensive repairs, but unsafe driving conditions as well. So let%26#039;s go...
STEP ONE: Comfort first. Park the car in a cool, shady spot.
STEP TWO: Now safety. Block the rear wheels so the car won%26#039;t roll once you jack it up. Put the car in park and set the parking brake firmly.
STEP THREE: Lay out your tools. Grab a tire iron and go to the front wheels. The tire iron is that long metal rod with a socket on the end of it that usually comes with the vehicle. You can also buy a really cool one (called a spinner) that looks like a metal cross -- in fact, it is a metal cross -- with different-sized sockets on each end.
What we want to do here, before jacking the car up off the ground, is loosen the lug nuts on the wheels just enough to break them free. So go do that. Work them off just enough until they loosen their resistance and become easy to turn with the tire iron. Now slip the jack under the car.
There are several places to safely jack up the car. If you have a floorjack, you can roll it all the way under to the center of the engine and jack it up using the K-member that holds the engine. Be careful not to use the oil pan, as you might damage it. If you have a smaller, single floor jack, you%26#039;ll have to do one side at a time. Look for flat spots on the frame, immediately to the rear of the front wheels, or on the end of each axle.
CAUTION: Always use jack stands. Never attempt to work on an elevated vehicle held in place only by a hydraulic jack.
Okay, raise the front axle off the ground. Put your jack stands under each end of the axle, and lower the car onto the stands. A jack stand (see illustration) is a metal tripod with variable height adjustments. You should own two.
STEP FOUR: Remove the lug nuts and the wheel (the tire will be attached). Best to work on one wheel at a time, leaving the other side intact as a point of reference. As a safety precaution, roll the wheel/tire assembly under the front-center of the car, between the jack stands, and plop it down beneath the engine%26#039;s K-member. In the event of a faulty jack stand, this will break the vehicle%26#039;s fall and could possibly save your life.
STEP FIVE: Okay, take a breather. Now let%26#039;s look at what we have before us.
A disc brake assembly is composed of the following elements: a caliper, two brake pads, a rotor, and some bolts and clips to hold it alltogether. It%26#039;s a very simple design. Here%26#039;s how it works.
The caliper comes in two flavors -- floating or fixed. Each works on a similar principle. The caliper%26#039;s job is to squeeze the brake pads toward a centrally located metal plate -- the rotor -- producing friction, which in turn slows the car. Think of a hand slowly clamping down on a spinning record (or a CD, for you youngin%26#039;s who%26#039;ve never heard the term %26quot;record%26quot; before).
The brake pads hover on either side of the metal plate. They attach to the inside of the caliper, depending on your car%26#039;s design, with clips or bolts. They are composed of heat-resistant material that rubs against the rotor. When the brakes are applied, the pads move toward one another, gripping the rotor between them and slowing the wheels.
The rotor is that shiny metal disc staring you in the face right now. You can almost see your reflection, right? Get your eyes level with it. If you can%26#039;t see your face, or at least its general outline, it may mean that the disc needs servicing or replacement. Below, we%26#039;ll show you how to check this disc for scoring or marring, and what to do about that.
STEP SIX: Back to work. Remove the bolts holding the caliper in place. Gently slide it out and away from the rotor. Inspect the inside of the caliper. See the pads? They will be held in place by a bolt or a series of clips, sometimes both. Remove the bolts or clips holding the pads in place (remember, you left the other side intact to use as a reference) and work them free. Examine the pads. Is there any %26quot;meat%26quot; left on them, or are they worn down to the screws? If they%26#039;re completely worn, you should%26#039;ve been hearing a metallic scrape for a while every time you applied the brakes.
Lay the pads aside and inspect the rotor. Can you see yourself in it? If the pads were worn into the metal, your rotor will be scored; you%26#039;ll have trouble seeing yourself. Run your fingernails along the surface of the rotor -- careful, though; if it%26#039;s been less than 20 minutes since you last drove the vehicle, they might still be hot -- first the side facing you, then the side facing away. Is it scored? Deeply? This next point is very important. If the rotor has any grooves at all in it, remove it at once. Now you have a decision to make.
If you have a scored rotor, you must decide whether to have it %26quot;turned%26quot; or to replace it. If you%26#039;re short on money, take it to a local mechanic and ask him to %26quot;turn%26quot; it for you. What they do is put it on a special metal-cutting lathe and shave off several thousandths of an inch of metal until the disc is shiny again. Remember, though, one of the real advantages of disc brakes over drum is their heat-handling capability. By removing metal, you reduce the system%26#039;s thermal transfer capacity. We recommend turning the discs only when you are short on bucks. The better way is to take the disc to the auto parts store, match it up with a replacement, and buy a new one. Last time we did this, it only cost us twenty bucks for a new rotor, a cheap investment in safety. You have to go there anyway to buy the new brake pads, as well as a few other things, so why not make it one trip. In fact, here%26#039;s your shopping list:
new rotor, or rotors, if needed
new brake pads (bring the old ones, to match them)
brake pad grease (comes in little packets; they%26#039;re cheap, so buy two)
STEP SEVEN: Go home and have a lemonade.
STEP EIGHT: Before you go any further, you must move the piston back to its %26quot;full open%26quot; position. The piston? you ask. Ah, we didn%26#039;t tell you about that one, did we? Remember the hand-and-record analogy. As the fingers push down (equivalent to the brake pads wearing) the distance between the brake pads shortens. Now that we have brand new pads, we must return the system -- the hand -- to its original %26quot;open%26quot; position, to accommodate the new pads. There are several ways to do this.
First, find the piston. It is located along the back (closest to the engine) portion of the caliper. It%26#039;s usually about three to four inches across, and resembles a small metal promontory with a flat top. See it? Depending on its condition and age, there are several things you can do to move it back (toward the center of the car). If it%26#039;s new, try pushing it in with the heel of your hand. Doesn%26#039;t work? Okay, then try a channel lock or a vise grip. Still won%26#039;t budge? Then here%26#039;s a suggestion. A neighbor of ours turned us on to this once, and it works great. Get a large C-clamp, place a thin piece of wood or cardboard over the face of the piston to protect the surface from marring, and work it back that way. As you turn the handle on the clamp, it will increase pressure on the piston, until it becomes flush with the surrounding metal. Then loosen and remove the C-clamp.
STEP NINE:Install the new rotor, if necessary. Remove the old brake pads from the caliper (usually held in place by several clips), but, before putting on the new ones, you must do something. Remember the little packets of grease you bought? These are used to lubricate the brake pads. Careful now -- not on the front of the pad, which comes in contact with the rotor, but on the back. The pads attach to the caliper via a plate-and-clip arrangement. The lubricant goes between the plate and the back of the brake pad. Got it?
Don%26#039;t overlook this. If you don%26#039;t do it, you%26#039;ll get a horrible screeching sound every time you apply the brakes, like a dinosaur in heat (and you know how horny those velociraptors used to get). After you apply the grease, attach the pad to the plate and slide the whole thing into place.
STEP TEN:. Basically, at this point, just reassemble the system in reverse order of the way you took it apart. Now do the other side. Take the car for a test spin. Sometimes, with new brakes, you can get some weird scraping and scratching sounds; these will usually go away in a few days. Clean up, and you%26#039;re done.
Don%26#039;t underestimate the importance of a brake reline. As we said at the outset, absolutely nothing is more important than your car%26#039;s ability to stop itself. Knowing more about your car%26#039;s braking system -- getting in there and actually seeing what%26#039;s going on -- empowers and informs you in a way that going to the corner mechanic doesn%26#039;t.How do I change front brake pads on a 03%26#039; 4Runner?it%26#039;s a four wheel drive then you%26#039;ll need to use a Allen wrench or metric wrench to get the discs off if it %26#039;s a stander ed you%26#039;ll need big screw driver needle nose pliers and a reg.pair of pliers.How do I change front brake pads on a 03%26#039; 4Runner?unds methodundshttp://www.chiltonsonline.com/
For $19.95 you can get a years subscription to Chilton online.
Go to your major parts supplier and get a CHILTONS manual
or you may find one at the library.
I would certainly hate to try to do a brake job from the Edmunds method as shown on this forum.
You are a complete novice, it sounds like, and need pictures and diagrams to assist you. It is not a difficult job but does require a little knowledge to get it right.
Never, repeat, never go to a dealer except for warranty work. Watch your step even then, they will sell you unnecessary work.
As for abs, carefully take off wheel and you should be able to see the abs pick and sensor. Just don%26#039;t damage it.
If you get a Chiltons repair manual it should tell you all about it.
Don%26#039;t buy an Edmunds manual, they are terrible.
How do I change the brake pads on a 1997 Volvo 850? I can't get the caliper back on...?
I got the old brake pads off, but now the caliper is too thin to fit over the new pads. I think I didn't do something called 'collapsing the caliper'... How do I do this?
They are the front brakes.How do I change the brake pads on a 1997 Volvo 850? I can't get the caliper back on...?Relax it's easy, first open the brake fluid resivor because when you do calape the resivor the extra fluid has to go somewhere, you might want to put a rag under it to catch any extra fluid,
then get a large c clamp and while using an old brake pad collapse the piston on the brake caliper, all the way slowly.then install the new pads and you want to put some anti seaze on the bolts that hold the caliper onto the front end, also on the back of the pads youll want some anti sqweeke, thats an easy brake job, good thing you didnt ask about new rotors. ok if you dont have a c clamp you can use agjustable plyers that would hold from the back of the caliper and the old pad and it might take some more pressure
How do I change the brake pads on a 1997 Volvo 850? I can't get the caliper back on...?You have to push the piston back in on the caliper.. There is a special tool for this or you can use a large pair of channel locks (pliers) make sure you have the old brake pad on the piston otherwise you might damage the piston (it is aluminum and can chip or break easily,, By using the old brake pad to push against all you will damage is the old pad,, and you are replacing them any wayHow do I change the brake pads on a 1997 Volvo 850? I can't get the caliper back on...?take a c clamp and push it back in. make sure the cap is off the brake fluid resivoir or its not gonna be good. if you got ABS dont do it that was you have to open the bleeder screws but use the c clamp. you will mess up the abs system if you dont let the fluid out through the bleeder screwsHow do I change the brake pads on a 1997 Volvo 850? I can't get the caliper back on...?go to the parts store and buy a c clamp and then you put one old brake pad on and use the c clamp to push the piston on the caliper back in and put it back togather all done ps.... make sure you the cap off where put the fuild atHow do I change the brake pads on a 1997 Volvo 850? I can't get the caliper back on...?If you bought your pads at Auto Zone or Checker, they have a loaner program for special tools (free) and can advise you. If your caliper is on the end of the car where the emergency brake operates off the caliper, the pistons will have to be rotated clockwise as you compress (requiring a special tool). Also, to set the newly installed pads (after assembly) the emergency brake handle must be lifted about 3 clicks and the brake pedal pumped about 50 times. This extends the pistons out to their correct position without over tightening them. Failure to lift the e-brake can result in pads binding against the rotor and a car that will not move.
They are the front brakes.How do I change the brake pads on a 1997 Volvo 850? I can't get the caliper back on...?Relax it's easy, first open the brake fluid resivor because when you do calape the resivor the extra fluid has to go somewhere, you might want to put a rag under it to catch any extra fluid,
then get a large c clamp and while using an old brake pad collapse the piston on the brake caliper, all the way slowly.then install the new pads and you want to put some anti seaze on the bolts that hold the caliper onto the front end, also on the back of the pads youll want some anti sqweeke, thats an easy brake job, good thing you didnt ask about new rotors. ok if you dont have a c clamp you can use agjustable plyers that would hold from the back of the caliper and the old pad and it might take some more pressure
How do I change the brake pads on a 1997 Volvo 850? I can't get the caliper back on...?You have to push the piston back in on the caliper.. There is a special tool for this or you can use a large pair of channel locks (pliers) make sure you have the old brake pad on the piston otherwise you might damage the piston (it is aluminum and can chip or break easily,, By using the old brake pad to push against all you will damage is the old pad,, and you are replacing them any wayHow do I change the brake pads on a 1997 Volvo 850? I can't get the caliper back on...?take a c clamp and push it back in. make sure the cap is off the brake fluid resivoir or its not gonna be good. if you got ABS dont do it that was you have to open the bleeder screws but use the c clamp. you will mess up the abs system if you dont let the fluid out through the bleeder screwsHow do I change the brake pads on a 1997 Volvo 850? I can't get the caliper back on...?go to the parts store and buy a c clamp and then you put one old brake pad on and use the c clamp to push the piston on the caliper back in and put it back togather all done ps.... make sure you the cap off where put the fuild atHow do I change the brake pads on a 1997 Volvo 850? I can't get the caliper back on...?If you bought your pads at Auto Zone or Checker, they have a loaner program for special tools (free) and can advise you. If your caliper is on the end of the car where the emergency brake operates off the caliper, the pistons will have to be rotated clockwise as you compress (requiring a special tool). Also, to set the newly installed pads (after assembly) the emergency brake handle must be lifted about 3 clicks and the brake pedal pumped about 50 times. This extends the pistons out to their correct position without over tightening them. Failure to lift the e-brake can result in pads binding against the rotor and a car that will not move.
It is hard to change front brake pads(no rotors) on a 2004 impala ls with a ts system.?
I have worked on older vehicles in the past but i was wondering if there is anything i should know about the anti lock brakes before i change the front pads.It is hard to change front brake pads(no rotors) on a 2004 impala ls with a ts system.?There is no difference in the calipers with anti-lock - the only thing that changes at the wheel is the addition of a sensor and a toothed ring which is part of either the wheel bearing or the axle joint.It is hard to change front brake pads(no rotors) on a 2004 impala ls with a ts system.?nothing is basically the same as the other cars you've done.It is hard to change front brake pads(no rotors) on a 2004 impala ls with a ts system.?There is a recommendation from GM (and most auto manufacturers) is to open the bleeder valve while you push the piston back into the caliper so that the old fluid does not go up the brake line and contaminate the ABS actuator. There has been some problems in the past of the old fluid in the caliper having moisture and metal flakes from corrosion causing problems with the actuator if just pushing the old fluid up to the master cylinder. You could bleed out all the old fluid first before changing the pads and that way you would not push any trash up to the unit.
How to change the brake pads on 2000 Mercury Cougar?
I have 2000 mercury cougar that i am trying to change the rear brakes on. I can't figure out were the pins are or even how to get them out. I am a girl who needs this done like reallllllly badly. If someone if give me a step by step that would be like AMAZING!How to change the brake pads on 2000 Mercury Cougar?If you check your local auto parts store you'll find they sell a repair manual for your car. It will give you a step by step for most anything you want to do on the car. I never start any major repairs on any car without a manual.How to change the brake pads on 2000 Mercury Cougar?really not hard at all to just change pads.... take wheel off and try pushing the pads and piston back.. if they moving remover pin or bolts and lift off caliber pull off old pad and push ther caliber back on you can find your answer here and maybe a video of how its done... only a couple types.. one the piston just will push back with a screwdriver or c clamp.. other is a screw in type piston for that you need to rent the tool.. all cars brake are pretty much the same in how they work so once you can do one the rest will be easy my wife does heres.. you can change the pads twice and then you really must have the rotors turnedbird laptop and printer press
Any online manuals to change brake pads on a Mondeo?
Im trying to save money at the moment and don't want to buy a haynes manual for 15 but I would like to know if there are any online manuals or places that'll give me advice how to change them.Any online manuals to change brake pads on a Mondeo?With most Fords you'll need a 7mm allen key. But it also depends on if you are changing front or rear pads..
This is how I would change them.. If they have remained the same since a Sierra!
Wheel off, on the back of the calliper, there are 2 plastic caps which cover the 7mm allen key bolt. Prise the calliper pot/s back using a scredriver so they are all the way in.
Use the allen key, and possibly a 15mm spanner to stop the slider from spinning around. I tend to undo both the top and bottom bolts and remove the calliper fully. Brake pads out, New ones in, not forgetting the anti-squeal shims (if there are any, and also put some copperslip, or copper grease to help stop squeal)
Calliper back on, tighten bolts, and put caps back on. Wheel on, and after you've done them, don't forget to 'pump' the pedal a few times so the calliper pistons are out.
The back ones, depends on if you have brake drums or disks, Drums are easier, to some degree, as long as you don't have a 'lip' on the rim on the drum. Disks are a bit more complex, as you have to mess around with the handbrake tension at the back of the calliper set up.
I have been unable to find an online version as yet, but I will keep looking!Any online manuals to change brake pads on a Mondeo?Sorry i don't know, but if you can't work by looking then i suggest that you dont try....Any online manuals to change brake pads on a Mondeo?it will still cost you about 20 quid for a download there not free you know %26amp; if you carnt do a simple job as replace the pads then you should not be working on the carAny online manuals to change brake pads on a Mondeo?they easy to change, i've never done it myself but my partner does them on our car , try taking them off yourself and watch where which part comes from, then just do the reverse of that , they just sorta clip in place
This is how I would change them.. If they have remained the same since a Sierra!
Wheel off, on the back of the calliper, there are 2 plastic caps which cover the 7mm allen key bolt. Prise the calliper pot/s back using a scredriver so they are all the way in.
Use the allen key, and possibly a 15mm spanner to stop the slider from spinning around. I tend to undo both the top and bottom bolts and remove the calliper fully. Brake pads out, New ones in, not forgetting the anti-squeal shims (if there are any, and also put some copperslip, or copper grease to help stop squeal)
Calliper back on, tighten bolts, and put caps back on. Wheel on, and after you've done them, don't forget to 'pump' the pedal a few times so the calliper pistons are out.
The back ones, depends on if you have brake drums or disks, Drums are easier, to some degree, as long as you don't have a 'lip' on the rim on the drum. Disks are a bit more complex, as you have to mess around with the handbrake tension at the back of the calliper set up.
I have been unable to find an online version as yet, but I will keep looking!Any online manuals to change brake pads on a Mondeo?Sorry i don't know, but if you can't work by looking then i suggest that you dont try....Any online manuals to change brake pads on a Mondeo?it will still cost you about 20 quid for a download there not free you know %26amp; if you carnt do a simple job as replace the pads then you should not be working on the carAny online manuals to change brake pads on a Mondeo?they easy to change, i've never done it myself but my partner does them on our car , try taking them off yourself and watch where which part comes from, then just do the reverse of that , they just sorta clip in place
Do I need any special tools to change the brake pads on a 1991 Acura Legend?
I know there are two bolts. One the holds the pads inside the calipers and another that holds calipers on. They both should be 17mm, but on domestic cars sometimes there is a special head on those bolts and they are resessed.Do I need any special tools to change the brake pads on a 1991 Acura Legend?you just need the tools you should have in your garage. No special tools needed. You only need to take the caliper off not the mounting brackets. After you get the old pads off, use one of the old pads to protect the piston and take a big wrench and squeeze the piston back into the caliper so you can get the caliper back onto the brackets.Do I need any special tools to change the brake pads on a 1991 Acura Legend?No.Do I need any special tools to change the brake pads on a 1991 Acura Legend?No you don't need anything. They are quite easy to replace actually.Do I need any special tools to change the brake pads on a 1991 Acura Legend?No special tools needed.
Wrench, C-Clamp,
Thats it, you need the C Clamp to push the calipre back so you can put the pads in.Do I need any special tools to change the brake pads on a 1991 Acura Legend?No..
Wrench, C-Clamp,
Thats it, you need the C Clamp to push the calipre back so you can put the pads in.Do I need any special tools to change the brake pads on a 1991 Acura Legend?No..
How much does it cost to change your brake pads?
I have a subaru all wheel drive so that would be two sets to change whats the least and most it would cost?How much does it cost to change your brake pads?You could be talking anywhere between $20 and $60 a set, depending on the type. Asbestos brakes are pretty cheap, but the dust that collects on your brakes and rims is toxic and can cause cancer. Ceramic pads, while expensive, are the best, they have maximum stopping power and don't leave any dust, toxic or non-toxic. And if you're stuck in the middle somewhere, get composite brake pads. They're moderately priced, and moderately good.How much does it cost to change your brake pads?depends on what kind of pads you get. if you get ceramic pads, you'll pay about 50 for a pair. the good thing about the ceramic pads is that they dont leave brake dust behind. if you go to autozone and get their best brakes, youll only have to buy 4 pairs, if you have all disc brakes, for as long as you own the car. autozone has a lifetime warranty on pads, batteries, and alternators, that is as long as you own the car. and its very simple to change out the pads yourself, theres one bolt to unscrew and move the caliper out of the way to put the pads on, itll save you about 150 for a shop to do it.How much does it cost to change your brake pads?It depends. If the rotors and cylinders are OK, and pads are all that needs replacing, a shop will do it for you for about $120.00 per pair of wheels. If you do it yourself, about forty bucks per set of wheels for a ceramic pad will do it for you.How much does it cost to change your brake pads?22 to 40 for each end at auto zone with a life time warranty.How much does it cost to change your brake pads?if that,s all it needs are pads then you probably will pay around $250.00 for all 4 wheels + taxes.How much does it cost to change your brake pads?the cheapest would be 35 dollars a pair
How to change rear brake pads and rotor on a Chevy 2004 Trailblazer EXT?
grinding sound when i stop. Notice only the rear driver side wheel has worn pads and rotor has grooves in it.How to change rear brake pads and rotor on a Chevy 2004 Trailblazer EXT?The information you've received thus far is good. You'll need a set of 1/2 inch drive shallow well metric sockets and a 16%26quot; breaker bar or a 16%26quot; ratchet. The bolts inside the spindle are hardened, usually rusted somewhat and they have *Blue loctite in the bolt threads from the factory. That's why you'll need the extra leverage of a 16%26quot; ratchet or a less expensive braker bar. Sears and Auto Zone's best sockets work fine for this type of work.
After removing the brake caliper it's necessary to remove the brake caliper bracket before removing the brake rotors. Make sure you check and lubricate the brake slider pins with synthetic brake grease, avalable at any auto parts store. It may be necessary to hammer the inside of the brake rotor outward with a heavy ball pein hammer of a short lightweight maul. Turn the rotor as you hammer it. It's rusted on the end of the drive axles.
**It's important to use an electric drill with a stiff hardware store wire brush mounted on a spindle to clean the inside surface of the rotor which was rusted on the axle flange. Use the same wire brush to clean off the ends of the axles. If you have a shop nearby with a brake lathe the rotors should be re-surfeaced. If new rotors are necessary, find an AC-Delco dealer or your local Chevrolet parts counter. Auto parts stores nowadays sell cheap junk off-shore brake rotors which aren't worth your time and energy installing. autopartswarehouse.com has EBC slotted and dimpled rotors that have been cast in Great Britain which are exceptional parts.
Off-shore (China) cast iron is terrible. It'll rust corrode and warp easily. You'll also notice large pits in the surfaces as the brake pads wear the surfaces.
What ever brake rotors you decide to go with paint a thin coat of *Never Seize on the inside surface that mates to the axles. The rotors will never stick on the ends of the axles again. Select Ceramic brake pads also. Bendix CT.3 @ autopartswarehouse.com or Advanse Auto. AC-Delco are the two brands I'd suggest.How to change rear brake pads and rotor on a Chevy 2004 Trailblazer EXT?1)take off the tire
2) take of the caliper
3) take off the rotor
4) take off the brake pads
5) replace the brake pads
6) replace the rotor
7) replace the caliper
8) replace the tireHow to change rear brake pads and rotor on a Chevy 2004 Trailblazer EXT?http://autorepair.about.com/ this will show you step by stepHow to change rear brake pads and rotor on a Chevy 2004 Trailblazer EXT?If only one side has worn pads, you probably need to replace the caliper as well. The plunger in the caliper may be sticking and causing the problem. If you have ever changed disc brakes before, it's pretty self explanatory. The only difference you will find on the back brakes is the rotors are actually drum rotors and there is a drum Integrated into the rotor for the parking brake.
After removing the brake caliper it's necessary to remove the brake caliper bracket before removing the brake rotors. Make sure you check and lubricate the brake slider pins with synthetic brake grease, avalable at any auto parts store. It may be necessary to hammer the inside of the brake rotor outward with a heavy ball pein hammer of a short lightweight maul. Turn the rotor as you hammer it. It's rusted on the end of the drive axles.
**It's important to use an electric drill with a stiff hardware store wire brush mounted on a spindle to clean the inside surface of the rotor which was rusted on the axle flange. Use the same wire brush to clean off the ends of the axles. If you have a shop nearby with a brake lathe the rotors should be re-surfeaced. If new rotors are necessary, find an AC-Delco dealer or your local Chevrolet parts counter. Auto parts stores nowadays sell cheap junk off-shore brake rotors which aren't worth your time and energy installing. autopartswarehouse.com has EBC slotted and dimpled rotors that have been cast in Great Britain which are exceptional parts.
Off-shore (China) cast iron is terrible. It'll rust corrode and warp easily. You'll also notice large pits in the surfaces as the brake pads wear the surfaces.
What ever brake rotors you decide to go with paint a thin coat of *Never Seize on the inside surface that mates to the axles. The rotors will never stick on the ends of the axles again. Select Ceramic brake pads also. Bendix CT.3 @ autopartswarehouse.com or Advanse Auto. AC-Delco are the two brands I'd suggest.How to change rear brake pads and rotor on a Chevy 2004 Trailblazer EXT?1)take off the tire
2) take of the caliper
3) take off the rotor
4) take off the brake pads
5) replace the brake pads
6) replace the rotor
7) replace the caliper
8) replace the tireHow to change rear brake pads and rotor on a Chevy 2004 Trailblazer EXT?http://autorepair.about.com/ this will show you step by stepHow to change rear brake pads and rotor on a Chevy 2004 Trailblazer EXT?If only one side has worn pads, you probably need to replace the caliper as well. The plunger in the caliper may be sticking and causing the problem. If you have ever changed disc brakes before, it's pretty self explanatory. The only difference you will find on the back brakes is the rotors are actually drum rotors and there is a drum Integrated into the rotor for the parking brake.
How do you change front brake pads 96 previa toyota?
1996 toy.. previa brake pads needs changing how?How do you change front brake pads 96 previa toyota?Pretty much like any disc brake vehicle. open the brake fluid reservoir and %26quot;suck out%26quot; some of the fluid so as it is down to the low line. place a rag over the reservoir opening - do not cap it. jack or raise the car and remove the front wheels. use a suitable tool to pry back the calipers - do not scratch the brake rotors.they are probably floating calipers so remove the one bolt and rotate them away. replace the pads and reverse the procedure. if it is a fixed caliper (which i dont think it is) you have to pry back both sides. (this is why you take fluid out of the reservoir - otherwise it overflows.) install the new pads and away you go. pump up the pedal, top up the reservoir.How do you change front brake pads 96 previa toyota?Thomas E did a great job on describing it! If you want pictures, send me an email address and I'll send pictures.
toyodave@yahoo.comHow do you change front brake pads 96 previa toyota?I agree with Thomas E. As a Previa fanatic and two Previa owner, I'll attest to that.How do you change front brake pads 96 previa toyota?Get a book or bring to dealer.cheapest web hosting make full lips look
toyodave@yahoo.comHow do you change front brake pads 96 previa toyota?I agree with Thomas E. As a Previa fanatic and two Previa owner, I'll attest to that.How do you change front brake pads 96 previa toyota?Get a book or bring to dealer.
Is it nessary to replace capillary when change brake pads to motorcycle?
Remove old pads from calipher, it may be necessary to push piston/s back into calipher in order to install new pads. After installation squeeze lever/pedal a few times to position new pads then you are done. WHAT is capillary ???Is it nessary to replace capillary when change brake pads to motorcycle?It would depend on the condition of the lines. If they are in bad shape then yes, change them. In general I do not think you would have to change them though.Is it nessary to replace capillary when change brake pads to motorcycle?Always give year, make, engine size and model # when asking questions. We need all of that info to give an informed answer.
Every bike is different.
Also refine your question %26quot;replace capillary%26quot;?
Older bikes, the caliper had to be removed to change the brake pads.
Most new bikes, they do not.Is it nessary to replace capillary when change brake pads to motorcycle?I think you mean Caliper?
Not usually but some have screwed in pins to hold pads that seize up.
Unless your real careful the caliper gets damaged and has to be replaced.
It may be the shop either doesn't want to do it or is ripping you off
Every bike is different.
Also refine your question %26quot;replace capillary%26quot;?
Older bikes, the caliper had to be removed to change the brake pads.
Most new bikes, they do not.Is it nessary to replace capillary when change brake pads to motorcycle?I think you mean Caliper?
Not usually but some have screwed in pins to hold pads that seize up.
Unless your real careful the caliper gets damaged and has to be replaced.
It may be the shop either doesn't want to do it or is ripping you off
I am resurfacing my rotors on my car, should I change my brake pads at the same time?
My brake pads are at 50% life according to dealer. I'm going to be doing the job myself on the front wheels of my 2001 Chevy Impala.I am resurfacing my rotors on my car, should I change my brake pads at the same time?yes. if they need to be resurfaced, the pads will chatter and lip a little on the new surface. you need new pads to wear in with your new surface.
most bearings are sealed now and unless they are going out should be left alone.I am resurfacing my rotors on my car, should I change my brake pads at the same time?Yes and you should repack the bearings too, if you put on new rotors the pads were worn to the old rotors allowing the pads not to sit on the rotors the same way, giving you less braking power and wearing out the pads much faster and may even cause the rotors to warp.I am resurfacing my rotors on my car, should I change my brake pads at the same time?No reason to. The rotors have no idea how old the pads are and will not revolt or protest if you force them to work with used pads. They may think they're better than the pads and not associate with them durin\
The above post is completely false and has absolutely no logic whatsoever.
most bearings are sealed now and unless they are going out should be left alone.I am resurfacing my rotors on my car, should I change my brake pads at the same time?Yes and you should repack the bearings too, if you put on new rotors the pads were worn to the old rotors allowing the pads not to sit on the rotors the same way, giving you less braking power and wearing out the pads much faster and may even cause the rotors to warp.I am resurfacing my rotors on my car, should I change my brake pads at the same time?No reason to. The rotors have no idea how old the pads are and will not revolt or protest if you force them to work with used pads. They may think they're better than the pads and not associate with them durin\
The above post is completely false and has absolutely no logic whatsoever.
Does anyone have step by step directions on how to change brake pads on a 02 Altima?
i own a repair shop,and all you do is jack it up,and take off the wheel,then take off the caliper bolts that hold it on ,then remove it, the pads will come off it now ,loosen the bleeder screw a little and lightly press the caliper back in towards the caliper ,not to fast on this,some fluid will come out of the bleeder when you do this,then place the new pads in place and install the caliper back on it,be sure and tighten all the bolts up good,re tighten the bleeder screw and put the wheel back on ,and that's it,don't get in the car and hit the brakes hard the first time ,do it slowly and they will go down,do it again slowly,and you,ll feel them go down some ,the last time you can press them normal they should be alright,good luck i hope this help,sDoes anyone have step by step directions on how to change brake pads on a 02 Altima?Well, they are all pretty similar. But if you would prefer the step by step guide, to your local auto zone, and pick up a Chilton manual, usually around $15. If you would like the simple explanation, email me and I will describe it.Does anyone have step by step directions on how to change brake pads on a 02 Altima?dodgeman forgot to bleed the brakes- if you do what he suggests, you will have a spongy brake pedal! The way to replace the pads depends on whether it's front or rear brakes- Front's are easier, rear's require special tools, I suggest a shop to do those...
How do I change the front brake pads on a 2003 dodge ram 2500 2wd truck w a 5.7l engine?
looking for info on how to change the front (rear too !)brake pads on my 2003 dodge 2500 ram 2wd truck w 5.7L engine.
Also, my radio stopped working completely the fuses are fine how would i test the amp or replace it if necessary?How do I change the front brake pads on a 2003 dodge ram 2500 2wd truck w a 5.7l engine?Changing breaks is simple. Please read this in it entirety before trying.
First you need to assess if you have warped rotors. If while breaking the vehicle surges under the pressure of the standard breaking not hard breaking then you have a warped rotor. You have to either remove them and take them to a local shop and have them turned or replace them all together. If you have one warped rotor it is best to have them both turned as pinpointing which one is warped is next to impossible.
Buy a Break Piston Compressor from your local Automobile Shop. Provided a link on what it looks like. While you are there buy the pads. You will want to get the premium or ceramic pads as they will last longer.
Now be prepared to get dirty.
Let the vehicle set for one hour if you just came back from the shop to have the breaks cooled down properly.
Open the hood and loosen the cap for the break reservoir. Do not add more fluid at this time. While performing this break replacement break fluid may spill out so loosely wrapping a rag around the break reservoir will catch most of it. DO NOT REUSE THE FLUID YOU CATCH AND PUT BACK IN THE SYSTEM.
Jack up the vehicle and place a jack stand under the control arm. That is for safety in case the jack fails.
Remove the tire and set aside.
Locate the caliper with the break pads in place.
Open the box that has the new pads. Examine the pads to make sure that you purchased the correct pads by comparing them while they are still on the vehicle. Pads have a metal side and a rough material side to them. After verifying that everything looks the same remove the two bolts that are on the back of the caliper. They are not the large 15/16 bolts they are probably 10mm or 12mm bolts.
Once they are removed, remove the caliper by sliding it forward from the top to the front of the vehicle and lift up. You can set the caliper on top of the rotor while working. DO NOT REMOVE THE BREAK LINE AS DOING SO WILL REQUIRE YOU TO HAVE TO BLEED THE SYSTEM.
Remove the outer pad make note of how you take it out and how it was positioned in the caliper. You may need a screwdriver to help release the clips from the caliper. Do not bend them.
Now leaving the inner pad in place use the piston compression tool and push the piston further into its cylinder. Make sure that you place the tool in the center of the piston and apply Even pressure until it bottoms out. You will know that because you cannot turn it anymore. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
Open the box that contains the new pads. Locate the Inner pad and remove the inner pad from the caliper and replace it with the new one. Now put the outer pad in place. Return the caliper to its correct position back on the the rotor assembly and insert and replace the bolts. They should be torqued to 10 to 15 ft pounds no more. All vehicles are different so you may want to ask for the torque specifications on your model from the local repair shop.
Replace the tire and perform that same steps on the other side.
After you are finished make sure to tighten the cap for the Break reservoir and close the hood. Start the vehicle and slowly pump the breaks till they feel normal. Test drive it a short distance going slow. No more than 15 mph and test the breaks again. Works great.
Now go clean up you terrible.How do I change the front brake pads on a 2003 dodge ram 2500 2wd truck w a 5.7l engine?If you dont know how to change your own brakes and have to ask on here how to change them. I would take it to a shop you dont want to mess the brakes up or anything in general in your motor.
Also, my radio stopped working completely the fuses are fine how would i test the amp or replace it if necessary?How do I change the front brake pads on a 2003 dodge ram 2500 2wd truck w a 5.7l engine?Changing breaks is simple. Please read this in it entirety before trying.
First you need to assess if you have warped rotors. If while breaking the vehicle surges under the pressure of the standard breaking not hard breaking then you have a warped rotor. You have to either remove them and take them to a local shop and have them turned or replace them all together. If you have one warped rotor it is best to have them both turned as pinpointing which one is warped is next to impossible.
Buy a Break Piston Compressor from your local Automobile Shop. Provided a link on what it looks like. While you are there buy the pads. You will want to get the premium or ceramic pads as they will last longer.
Now be prepared to get dirty.
Let the vehicle set for one hour if you just came back from the shop to have the breaks cooled down properly.
Open the hood and loosen the cap for the break reservoir. Do not add more fluid at this time. While performing this break replacement break fluid may spill out so loosely wrapping a rag around the break reservoir will catch most of it. DO NOT REUSE THE FLUID YOU CATCH AND PUT BACK IN THE SYSTEM.
Jack up the vehicle and place a jack stand under the control arm. That is for safety in case the jack fails.
Remove the tire and set aside.
Locate the caliper with the break pads in place.
Open the box that has the new pads. Examine the pads to make sure that you purchased the correct pads by comparing them while they are still on the vehicle. Pads have a metal side and a rough material side to them. After verifying that everything looks the same remove the two bolts that are on the back of the caliper. They are not the large 15/16 bolts they are probably 10mm or 12mm bolts.
Once they are removed, remove the caliper by sliding it forward from the top to the front of the vehicle and lift up. You can set the caliper on top of the rotor while working. DO NOT REMOVE THE BREAK LINE AS DOING SO WILL REQUIRE YOU TO HAVE TO BLEED THE SYSTEM.
Remove the outer pad make note of how you take it out and how it was positioned in the caliper. You may need a screwdriver to help release the clips from the caliper. Do not bend them.
Now leaving the inner pad in place use the piston compression tool and push the piston further into its cylinder. Make sure that you place the tool in the center of the piston and apply Even pressure until it bottoms out. You will know that because you cannot turn it anymore. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
Open the box that contains the new pads. Locate the Inner pad and remove the inner pad from the caliper and replace it with the new one. Now put the outer pad in place. Return the caliper to its correct position back on the the rotor assembly and insert and replace the bolts. They should be torqued to 10 to 15 ft pounds no more. All vehicles are different so you may want to ask for the torque specifications on your model from the local repair shop.
Replace the tire and perform that same steps on the other side.
After you are finished make sure to tighten the cap for the Break reservoir and close the hood. Start the vehicle and slowly pump the breaks till they feel normal. Test drive it a short distance going slow. No more than 15 mph and test the breaks again. Works great.
Now go clean up you terrible.How do I change the front brake pads on a 2003 dodge ram 2500 2wd truck w a 5.7l engine?If you dont know how to change your own brakes and have to ask on here how to change them. I would take it to a shop you dont want to mess the brakes up or anything in general in your motor.
How do I change brake pads for a 2003 ford focus?
Call a mechanic...that's what I would do....How do I change brake pads for a 2003 ford focus?I'd take it somewhere that does that, not necessarily a dealer, but like a brakes and muffler place. Shouldn't be too expensive, and not worth the hassle of trying to do it yourself.brown hair mobile
Where can I find a video on how to change brake pads on a 2006 Toyota Camry?
I found this Youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3tOZWSOmxs
However, it really didn't help, since each screen is so small and fast (%26quot;1 minute brake job%26quot;). I've looked at some Toyota forums but didn't see any pictures or videos. Perhaps someone here knows?
Thanks.Where can I find a video on how to change brake pads on a 2006 Toyota Camry?Usually after one of the videos is done...as you know...they show choices for other videos at the end.....maybe check one of those.
I see several tips on the following videos that may help you... just watch for the other video choices after this video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7Kr45CNHWhere can I find a video on how to change brake pads on a 2006 Toyota Camry?um u set up ur own video camera u change the brakes... then u have a video XDWhere can I find a video on how to change brake pads on a 2006 Toyota Camry?Scary... you need info on how to change brake pads. I don't think you should be messing with them if you if you don't know what you are doing. You could end up killing yourself or others if the brakes fail after you worked on them.
Most brake calipers are quite easy to remove, if this is too hard you should leave well alone.
Get a mobile mechanic to change them and watch what he does for in the future. Good luck
However, it really didn't help, since each screen is so small and fast (%26quot;1 minute brake job%26quot;). I've looked at some Toyota forums but didn't see any pictures or videos. Perhaps someone here knows?
Thanks.Where can I find a video on how to change brake pads on a 2006 Toyota Camry?Usually after one of the videos is done...as you know...they show choices for other videos at the end.....maybe check one of those.
I see several tips on the following videos that may help you... just watch for the other video choices after this video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7Kr45CNHWhere can I find a video on how to change brake pads on a 2006 Toyota Camry?um u set up ur own video camera u change the brakes... then u have a video XDWhere can I find a video on how to change brake pads on a 2006 Toyota Camry?Scary... you need info on how to change brake pads. I don't think you should be messing with them if you if you don't know what you are doing. You could end up killing yourself or others if the brakes fail after you worked on them.
Most brake calipers are quite easy to remove, if this is too hard you should leave well alone.
Get a mobile mechanic to change them and watch what he does for in the future. Good luck
How to change brake pads on a hyundai se i have done every thing but the caliper will not go back enough to?
the new pad but the cyliper just will not go back enough ? i have one in but the other will not go. i have released some of the oil ,
help pleaseHow to change brake pads on a hyundai se i have done every thing but the caliper will not go back enough to?if its the rear pads it will need a wind back tool to get calipers to go back. so dont try pushing it back with things like c clamps (may cause damage). the type of wind back tool for your hyundai should be available for your parts stores tool section, as there not anything to special like new audi' which need diagnostics. the piston will need winding back until it just fits round the pads (not all the way back) if you go to far you will not be able to get a good handbrake.
you should be able to get a suitable tool for around 15How to change brake pads on a hyundai se i have done every thing but the caliper will not go back enough to?very inventive at least you got it sorted though
If you're trying to compress the rear calipers, they may be the same type.
Using a paint scraper, or really big flat screwdriver, turn the cup to the right, or is it left....? while pushing in.
No guaranties. Just a thought.
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Oh, make sure the parking brake is OFF.How to change brake pads on a hyundai se i have done every thing but the caliper will not go back enough to?make sure you are putting even pressure, on the piston. When you put a G cramp, onto one side of the piston, it tends to jam it!How to change brake pads on a hyundai se i have done every thing but the caliper will not go back enough to?If the caliper is too stiff to compress with a set of channel lock pliers then use a C clamp. If you have to use a C clamp compress the piston all the way in and then back off the clamp 3/8 of an inch and stroke the brake pedal until the piston moves out to the clamp, compress the piston again, repeat several times until the piston moves smoothly. After installing the new pads on both sides press the pedal several times until the pedal is firm then check the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir and if necessary top it off using New brake fluid of the correct specification ( DOT 3 or DOT 5 as specified in your owners manual ) from a sealed container - fill to the marked Full line or the bottom shoulder of the fill opening.How to change brake pads on a hyundai se i have done every thing but the caliper will not go back enough to?after you loosened the bleeder and the piston still won,t go back then it,s froze up and you will have to buy a new caliper.How to change brake pads on a hyundai se i have done every thing but the caliper will not go back enough to?it may req a piston wind back tool too push the piston back
http://www.shop-com.co.uk/+-a-brake+pist
does it have two little indentations on the piston face if so a wind back tool is best it can be wound in with a clamp and turning with a pair of grips but it would probably damage the dirt bootHow to change brake pads on a hyundai se i have done every thing but the caliper will not go back enough to?The pistons need to be compressed back into the cylinder to allow the new pads to be fitted. You need to remove the filler cap on the brake fluid reservoir, make sure that if it close to full that you remove some of the fluid or it will over spill out of the top of the reservoir and ruin your paint. The you need to push the two sides of the pistons back in at the same time, this can some times be a little difficult as the pistons can pop out from one side of the other. The way I normally do it is to use a small %26quot;G%26quot; clamp to push them together.
Ja.
help pleaseHow to change brake pads on a hyundai se i have done every thing but the caliper will not go back enough to?if its the rear pads it will need a wind back tool to get calipers to go back. so dont try pushing it back with things like c clamps (may cause damage). the type of wind back tool for your hyundai should be available for your parts stores tool section, as there not anything to special like new audi' which need diagnostics. the piston will need winding back until it just fits round the pads (not all the way back) if you go to far you will not be able to get a good handbrake.
you should be able to get a suitable tool for around 15How to change brake pads on a hyundai se i have done every thing but the caliper will not go back enough to?very inventive at least you got it sorted though
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How to change brake pads on a hyundai se i have done every thing but the caliper will not go back enough to?go to a mechanicHow to change brake pads on a hyundai se i have done every thing but the caliper will not go back enough to?Use a c-clamp to push the piston back in.How to change brake pads on a hyundai se i have done every thing but the caliper will not go back enough to?Is it front or rear brakes you are doing?Front pistons,go into a caliper, doing one side at a time,get some one to slowly press the brake pedal,this will bring the piston out,then lever it back in. keep doing this until the piston is full back.Rear pistons may have to be screwed back into the caliper if they wont go back like the fronts?How to change brake pads on a hyundai se i have done every thing but the caliper will not go back enough to?Some cars like Nissan use ratcheting caliper cups for the parking brake.If you're trying to compress the rear calipers, they may be the same type.
Using a paint scraper, or really big flat screwdriver, turn the cup to the right, or is it left....? while pushing in.
No guaranties. Just a thought.
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Oh, make sure the parking brake is OFF.How to change brake pads on a hyundai se i have done every thing but the caliper will not go back enough to?make sure you are putting even pressure, on the piston. When you put a G cramp, onto one side of the piston, it tends to jam it!How to change brake pads on a hyundai se i have done every thing but the caliper will not go back enough to?If the caliper is too stiff to compress with a set of channel lock pliers then use a C clamp. If you have to use a C clamp compress the piston all the way in and then back off the clamp 3/8 of an inch and stroke the brake pedal until the piston moves out to the clamp, compress the piston again, repeat several times until the piston moves smoothly. After installing the new pads on both sides press the pedal several times until the pedal is firm then check the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir and if necessary top it off using New brake fluid of the correct specification ( DOT 3 or DOT 5 as specified in your owners manual ) from a sealed container - fill to the marked Full line or the bottom shoulder of the fill opening.How to change brake pads on a hyundai se i have done every thing but the caliper will not go back enough to?after you loosened the bleeder and the piston still won,t go back then it,s froze up and you will have to buy a new caliper.How to change brake pads on a hyundai se i have done every thing but the caliper will not go back enough to?it may req a piston wind back tool too push the piston back
http://www.shop-com.co.uk/+-a-brake+pist
does it have two little indentations on the piston face if so a wind back tool is best it can be wound in with a clamp and turning with a pair of grips but it would probably damage the dirt bootHow to change brake pads on a hyundai se i have done every thing but the caliper will not go back enough to?The pistons need to be compressed back into the cylinder to allow the new pads to be fitted. You need to remove the filler cap on the brake fluid reservoir, make sure that if it close to full that you remove some of the fluid or it will over spill out of the top of the reservoir and ruin your paint. The you need to push the two sides of the pistons back in at the same time, this can some times be a little difficult as the pistons can pop out from one side of the other. The way I normally do it is to use a small %26quot;G%26quot; clamp to push them together.
Ja.
How do i change the brake pads on my corsa?
i have a Y reg corsa and just wondering how to change the brake pads..................How do i change the brake pads on my corsa?http://www.allcorsa.co.uk/forums/showthr
this shud help u outHow do i change the brake pads on my corsa?Unless you are a mechanic, (and I don't think you are if you're asking this question!) I would take it to a garage and get them to do it for you. If you don't know what you are doing it could be dangerous.How do i change the brake pads on my corsa?try this
go to:
http://www.marshallpl.org
scroll down, on the lower left hand side of the screen you will see a little box that says %26quot;EBSCO HOST%26quot;
click the box
it will bring up a sign in screen.
enter User ID: marshall
password: public
this takes you to a page of useful links. click on the link titled auto repair reference center. choose your vehicle and year.
this will bring up a list of auto manuals for your vehicle.
it also gives several wiring diagrams for most vehicles. most of the wiring diagrams are in PDF form and you can either download them for use at your convenience or you can print them. you can also print almost every single page on their site.How do i change the brake pads on my corsa?remove the wheel undo the bolts holding caliper on. push piston back replace pads and put calipers back on
Mintex part number for pads MDB2073
discs if solid MDC1453
discs if vented MDC1454
you also get it in a disc and pad kit which is MDK0149How do i change the brake pads on my corsa?Brakes are really important, my advice would be. If you have any concern about doing the work yourself don't take a change, take the car down to your local garage.
If you do it yourself, its really straight forward to go. Just take your time and make sure you re-fit all the parts that came off.
If the pads are badly worn, when you push the pistons back into the callipers. Make sure that the brake fluid in the reservoir does not over flow into the engine bay.
Ja.How do i change the brake pads on my corsa?its fairly simple get either a 12 or 13%26quot; spanner undo the bottom bolt of the caliper. you can push the piston back with a screwdriver. lift the caliper up and the pads should just slide out, if they dont just pry them out with the screwdriver clean with wire brush and then simply replace pads (make sure the pads go on same side they come out cause they are different). After, just tighten the bottom bolt you took out.Just check the top one just in case to make sure better safe than sorry.How do i change the brake pads on my corsa?Invest in a Haynes manual. Use Ferodo pads, they are better than the originals.How do i change the brake pads on my corsa?keep the brake pads and get rid of the corsa
this shud help u outHow do i change the brake pads on my corsa?Unless you are a mechanic, (and I don't think you are if you're asking this question!) I would take it to a garage and get them to do it for you. If you don't know what you are doing it could be dangerous.How do i change the brake pads on my corsa?try this
go to:
http://www.marshallpl.org
scroll down, on the lower left hand side of the screen you will see a little box that says %26quot;EBSCO HOST%26quot;
click the box
it will bring up a sign in screen.
enter User ID: marshall
password: public
this takes you to a page of useful links. click on the link titled auto repair reference center. choose your vehicle and year.
this will bring up a list of auto manuals for your vehicle.
it also gives several wiring diagrams for most vehicles. most of the wiring diagrams are in PDF form and you can either download them for use at your convenience or you can print them. you can also print almost every single page on their site.How do i change the brake pads on my corsa?remove the wheel undo the bolts holding caliper on. push piston back replace pads and put calipers back on
Mintex part number for pads MDB2073
discs if solid MDC1453
discs if vented MDC1454
you also get it in a disc and pad kit which is MDK0149How do i change the brake pads on my corsa?Brakes are really important, my advice would be. If you have any concern about doing the work yourself don't take a change, take the car down to your local garage.
If you do it yourself, its really straight forward to go. Just take your time and make sure you re-fit all the parts that came off.
If the pads are badly worn, when you push the pistons back into the callipers. Make sure that the brake fluid in the reservoir does not over flow into the engine bay.
Ja.How do i change the brake pads on my corsa?its fairly simple get either a 12 or 13%26quot; spanner undo the bottom bolt of the caliper. you can push the piston back with a screwdriver. lift the caliper up and the pads should just slide out, if they dont just pry them out with the screwdriver clean with wire brush and then simply replace pads (make sure the pads go on same side they come out cause they are different). After, just tighten the bottom bolt you took out.Just check the top one just in case to make sure better safe than sorry.How do i change the brake pads on my corsa?Invest in a Haynes manual. Use Ferodo pads, they are better than the originals.How do i change the brake pads on my corsa?keep the brake pads and get rid of the corsa
How to change brake pads on 94 toyota celica?
If you don't know take it to a qualified mechainic. It is your Brakes and your life if done wrong.
If you really wnat to do it yourself get a Clymers manual.
Tells you step by step how to work on your car.How to change brake pads on 94 toyota celica?drums or disc?
Its gonna be pretty much the same on any car.
Ya take the wheel off, release the brake line pressure by turning the bleeder valve until it starts to drip (the valve looks like a bolt with a triangular top). then unbolt the non pivoting bolt ( if you look at the caliper from the top, you will see one bolt looks like it goes all the way through the caliper... this is the pivoting bolt (i dont know the exact terminology but this is what i call it) when you unbolt that bolt, the caliper will either swing up or down... swing it up or down and youll have acces to the pads, they just slide out.
If it was me, i would also take the rotor off, because its going to need to be resurfaced. Any automotive shop can resurface it.. the last time i did mine, they were $5 a rotor, but i had quotes as high as $20 each..
anyways, so replace the springs and pads, be sure to use the anti seize (copper) compound so that the caliper doesnt seize, then your going to need a large c clamp. Youre going to have to put the clamp on one side of the caliper and push in the piston until it will clear the rotor and new pads. (the piston is the big round things that puts pressure on the pads... it might have 2... but i doubt a 94 would). then once the piston has cleared the pads and is pretty much in place,release the clamp, tighten the bolt, get someone inside the car to press the brakes while you open the bleeder valve. while they are holding the brakes, tighten the valve. Then fill up the brake fluid in the resivior and you should be good to go.
Ive never done drums, so i couldnt tell ya a thing about them.How to change brake pads on 94 toyota celica?don't release the fluid as someone mentioned.....
Just remove the wheel and loosen the 2 bolt that hold the caliper in place... take the bottom one out... and swing the caliper upwards... change the pads - They just slide out... You'll have to push the piston in...and swivel the caliper back down - Tighten two bolts... but wheel back on... if you lossen the bleeder bolt... yes it's easier to puch the piston in... but then you'll have air that makes the brakes less effective and spongie! Then bleed them... When you first get in the car - Make sure you pump the brakes a few times before moving the car - Then take it easy and drive around for a little while to allow the new brake pads to seat properly... If the ritors are heavily scored and/or rusted or have dep grooves... get them machined...
Good luck!
Ron...
If you really wnat to do it yourself get a Clymers manual.
Tells you step by step how to work on your car.How to change brake pads on 94 toyota celica?drums or disc?
Its gonna be pretty much the same on any car.
Ya take the wheel off, release the brake line pressure by turning the bleeder valve until it starts to drip (the valve looks like a bolt with a triangular top). then unbolt the non pivoting bolt ( if you look at the caliper from the top, you will see one bolt looks like it goes all the way through the caliper... this is the pivoting bolt (i dont know the exact terminology but this is what i call it) when you unbolt that bolt, the caliper will either swing up or down... swing it up or down and youll have acces to the pads, they just slide out.
If it was me, i would also take the rotor off, because its going to need to be resurfaced. Any automotive shop can resurface it.. the last time i did mine, they were $5 a rotor, but i had quotes as high as $20 each..
anyways, so replace the springs and pads, be sure to use the anti seize (copper) compound so that the caliper doesnt seize, then your going to need a large c clamp. Youre going to have to put the clamp on one side of the caliper and push in the piston until it will clear the rotor and new pads. (the piston is the big round things that puts pressure on the pads... it might have 2... but i doubt a 94 would). then once the piston has cleared the pads and is pretty much in place,release the clamp, tighten the bolt, get someone inside the car to press the brakes while you open the bleeder valve. while they are holding the brakes, tighten the valve. Then fill up the brake fluid in the resivior and you should be good to go.
Ive never done drums, so i couldnt tell ya a thing about them.How to change brake pads on 94 toyota celica?don't release the fluid as someone mentioned.....
Just remove the wheel and loosen the 2 bolt that hold the caliper in place... take the bottom one out... and swing the caliper upwards... change the pads - They just slide out... You'll have to push the piston in...and swivel the caliper back down - Tighten two bolts... but wheel back on... if you lossen the bleeder bolt... yes it's easier to puch the piston in... but then you'll have air that makes the brakes less effective and spongie! Then bleed them... When you first get in the car - Make sure you pump the brakes a few times before moving the car - Then take it easy and drive around for a little while to allow the new brake pads to seat properly... If the ritors are heavily scored and/or rusted or have dep grooves... get them machined...
Good luck!
Ron...
How difficult is it to change brake pads on a '07 Ford F150 w/ 4 wheel disks?
real easy. less than an hourHow difficult is it to change brake pads on a '07 Ford F150 w/ 4 wheel disks?If it is just pads, it should take no more than 1/12 hrs.backgrounds for myspace gel and acrylic nails
Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads?
Even if you don't have any vibration during braking. Also do you have to use acura oem brake pads or can you use a high quality aftermarket brand for an acura?Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads?No, it's poor practice to do so if there are no vibrations as it can actually cause vibration afterwards. On many cars it's not an issue as the rotors (UK=brake discs) can only be fitted one way.
With Acura OEM pads you'll be ensuring that the pads have the lowest chance of being counterfeits made of inferior/unsafe materials and you'll be protecting any remaining manufacturer's warranty. They won't necessarily be any better than high quality branded pads, but if you choose to use them then you need to make sure that you buy them from a fully trusted source.
There are a huge number of counterfeits in the marketplace and top name branded pads are exactly the brands which the counterfeiters can make most profit on.Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads?The answer goes either way. It starts with the year of your vehicle. Most new vehicles have little to no tolerance rotors...meaning they cannot be turned and once they see any type of warpage or grooving cannot be repaired. Older vehicles had thick rotors allowing a shop to %26quot;turn%26quot; them to remove imperfections, warping, etc.
If you're not experiencing any steering wheel vibration when stopping chances are you're ok.....for now. If you've got the vehicle at a decent shop they'll measure the thickness of the rotors and check them for balance. If they're thin it's possible that a month after new pads are installed you'll start feeling vibration when stopping (also diminishes the life of the brake pad).
The type of pad you put on is up to you. The Acura OEM pad is no better than a premium aftermarket pad at a fraction of the cost. An ultra premium ceramic pad is almost guaranteed to be better than what the car came with new.
On a final note if you're doing this on your own use your best judgement. Are the rotors smooth, free from grooves and appear to have some %26quot;meat%26quot; on them? If so replace the pads with a mid to high grade aftermarket and be on your way. If they show any grooves or appear to be thin (not much material past the internal rotor ribs) then replace them.
Hope this helps!Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads?as a retired auto tec, (SAE certified in breaks) its a good idea to have them resurfaced when you replace pads, this prevents break squeel, but, now this is VERY important... have the rotors checked out with a rotor micrometer to make sure they arent at or below factory specifications. if they are to thin, REPLACE them, what will happen is you WILL wind up with a bad vibration also known as break pedal pulsation, AND theres a good chance the rotors may break under %26quot;panic%26quot; stopping.Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads?you should always resurface or replace your rotors when doing a brake job, except on certian composit rotors usually on german vehicles. the reason for this is to prevent brake fade. if you dont resurface your rotors the surface becomes very glossy and the pads can not grab as easily and will increase your stopping distance and if you are doing a lot of stopping like in stop and go traffic or a lot of hills your brakes can eventually stop working all together due to brake fade.Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads?The rotors normally do not need to be turned. Unless you are having problems (vibration, etc.), it's just another way for the dealer to make more money. You can use aftermarket pads without a problem. Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads?No, only resurface if you get a pulsation when stopping,otherwise you are just wasting rotor surface
The slicker the surface the better the stopping,,slick and shiny is what you need..Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads? if your looking to save money no you don't have to but it is recomended to get the glaze of the rotor an sometimes with new pads you'll get a slight vibration specially going down steep hills Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads?no. unless there are vibrations, it's just a way to get you to spend money.
no, you can use aftermarket oem equivelant pads.Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads?No. If there is no run out and they are thick enough, just change the pads. Yes aftermarket pads are fine. In some cases better than o.e.m.Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads?no you dont only if there are scatch or dip markes in the rotor and you can use aftermarket pads to
With Acura OEM pads you'll be ensuring that the pads have the lowest chance of being counterfeits made of inferior/unsafe materials and you'll be protecting any remaining manufacturer's warranty. They won't necessarily be any better than high quality branded pads, but if you choose to use them then you need to make sure that you buy them from a fully trusted source.
There are a huge number of counterfeits in the marketplace and top name branded pads are exactly the brands which the counterfeiters can make most profit on.Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads?The answer goes either way. It starts with the year of your vehicle. Most new vehicles have little to no tolerance rotors...meaning they cannot be turned and once they see any type of warpage or grooving cannot be repaired. Older vehicles had thick rotors allowing a shop to %26quot;turn%26quot; them to remove imperfections, warping, etc.
If you're not experiencing any steering wheel vibration when stopping chances are you're ok.....for now. If you've got the vehicle at a decent shop they'll measure the thickness of the rotors and check them for balance. If they're thin it's possible that a month after new pads are installed you'll start feeling vibration when stopping (also diminishes the life of the brake pad).
The type of pad you put on is up to you. The Acura OEM pad is no better than a premium aftermarket pad at a fraction of the cost. An ultra premium ceramic pad is almost guaranteed to be better than what the car came with new.
On a final note if you're doing this on your own use your best judgement. Are the rotors smooth, free from grooves and appear to have some %26quot;meat%26quot; on them? If so replace the pads with a mid to high grade aftermarket and be on your way. If they show any grooves or appear to be thin (not much material past the internal rotor ribs) then replace them.
Hope this helps!Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads?as a retired auto tec, (SAE certified in breaks) its a good idea to have them resurfaced when you replace pads, this prevents break squeel, but, now this is VERY important... have the rotors checked out with a rotor micrometer to make sure they arent at or below factory specifications. if they are to thin, REPLACE them, what will happen is you WILL wind up with a bad vibration also known as break pedal pulsation, AND theres a good chance the rotors may break under %26quot;panic%26quot; stopping.Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads?you should always resurface or replace your rotors when doing a brake job, except on certian composit rotors usually on german vehicles. the reason for this is to prevent brake fade. if you dont resurface your rotors the surface becomes very glossy and the pads can not grab as easily and will increase your stopping distance and if you are doing a lot of stopping like in stop and go traffic or a lot of hills your brakes can eventually stop working all together due to brake fade.Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads?The rotors normally do not need to be turned. Unless you are having problems (vibration, etc.), it's just another way for the dealer to make more money. You can use aftermarket pads without a problem. Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads?No, only resurface if you get a pulsation when stopping,otherwise you are just wasting rotor surface
The slicker the surface the better the stopping,,slick and shiny is what you need..Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads? if your looking to save money no you don't have to but it is recomended to get the glaze of the rotor an sometimes with new pads you'll get a slight vibration specially going down steep hills Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads?no. unless there are vibrations, it's just a way to get you to spend money.
no, you can use aftermarket oem equivelant pads.Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads?No. If there is no run out and they are thick enough, just change the pads. Yes aftermarket pads are fine. In some cases better than o.e.m.Do you have to have your rotors turned every time you change your brake pads?no you dont only if there are scatch or dip markes in the rotor and you can use aftermarket pads to
Where do i find good instructions on how to change the brake pads on a 2000 ford windstar?
My 2000 ford windstar needs new brake pads. I have been told this is easy and I can do it myself. Where do I find good instructions?Where do i find good instructions on how to change the brake pads on a 2000 ford windstar?A Chilton's or Haynes manual would be you best bet (gives visuals). You can pick one up at you'r local parts store or if you are feeling cheap you could barrow one from the library. These manuals include all sorts of information and tips for everyone from beginners to advanced mechanicsWhere do i find good instructions on how to change the brake pads on a 2000 ford windstar?Right here..
Remove wheel
Remove caliper
Remove pads
Replace pads
Compress caliper piston
Replace caliper
Replace wheel
You can add the option of resurfacing the rotor if you get vibrations through the pedal under hard brakeing.
Have fun!
Remove wheel
Remove caliper
Remove pads
Replace pads
Compress caliper piston
Replace caliper
Replace wheel
You can add the option of resurfacing the rotor if you get vibrations through the pedal under hard brakeing.
Have fun!
How long until I need to change my brake pads?
For an average driver of a 2006 midsize car (Nissan Altima), how long until the brake pads should start to wear out?How long until I need to change my brake pads?This really depends on your driving habits if you drive with one foot on the gas and the other on the brake a lot quicker than if you you just drive with one foot for these two operations. the reason is even if you think you are not pressing the pedal if your foot is on it I garantee that the pedal has moved some wich will make the gap between your pads and rotors smaller causing more drag and wear on your pads. If you call normal driving new york city driving where you are constantly stopping and going probably around 30,000-35,000 miles. If you do alot of Highway driving and not much in town then usually from my experience (given that you take your time to slow down and do not start to stop at the last possible second on a regular basis) I would say anywhere from 40,000,-50,000 miles. If you are frequently traveling with a full load of people or luggage I would anticipate thes numbers to be less because the more weight you have in your vehicle the harder you have to press the pedal to get the vehicle to stop at the same rate as normal. This produces more heat and with more heat burns up the pad quicker.How long until I need to change my brake pads?If you have high performance brake pads they'll last 20k doing city driving, and 30k doing highway driving. These types of pads also generate a lot of brake dust but they stop very fast and very smooth.
Ceramics, almost last forever. Normal pads should last 30-50k depending on how you drive.
this is great preventative mantaince that may prevent a potential situation.
thanks,
ss
Ceramics, almost last forever. Normal pads should last 30-50k depending on how you drive.
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How long until I need to change my brake pads?25000 to 30000 miles but best to take off the wheels and look at how thick the pad lining is check it when you rotate your tires or ask the mechanic that does how your brakes look when he does you should rotate tires every 6000 miles also most brake pads have a small metal tab called a squealer its there to make a squeaking noise before the pads totaly wore out so dont ignore any squealing sonds coning from your wheelsHow long until I need to change my brake pads?check them every year. i check them in fall right before winter or spring right before summer depending on how much time i have. normally they should last about 2 years under normal driving conditions but, driving style %26amp; conditions play a role as well. if you are not mechenically inclined most car x's %26amp; nationally recognized shops will check your brakes for free. your brakes are very important thats why i have them checked every year. you never know when you have cracks in your brake line, accumulation of brake dust, leaking master cylinders or calipers, warped rotors, uneven wear etc... all that could lead to brake failure %26amp; is unpredictable when these items may happen. just because you have a never car does not make your car invincible to road hazzards.this is great preventative mantaince that may prevent a potential situation.
thanks,
ss
How do i change the brake pads for my beetle 99?
I start with the rear brake pads but i can't make the cilinder go down already open the screw for bleed and still wont squeez,i tried with clams and still wont work ,the emergengy brake is off too,please someone help.How do i change the brake pads for my beetle 99?They turn in clockwise dopey!
THE PISTONS NEED TO BE TURNED INTO THEIR BORES WITH A CLOCKWISE MOTION...as with almost all rear brake callipers.... (that is,IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY DAMAGED the piston's internal threads WITH YOUR C-CLAMP)....IF YOU DON'T HAVE THE PROPER TOOL A LARGE SCREWDRIVER WILL SUFFICE.How do i change the brake pads for my beetle 99?You need a tool that pushes on the piston and turns it in at the same time. The best one is made by a company called OTC.How do i change the brake pads for my beetle 99?If u don't know how to do something like brakes, u better take it to a professional. Thats something u don't want to screw up
THE PISTONS NEED TO BE TURNED INTO THEIR BORES WITH A CLOCKWISE MOTION...as with almost all rear brake callipers.... (that is,IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY DAMAGED the piston's internal threads WITH YOUR C-CLAMP)....IF YOU DON'T HAVE THE PROPER TOOL A LARGE SCREWDRIVER WILL SUFFICE.How do i change the brake pads for my beetle 99?You need a tool that pushes on the piston and turns it in at the same time. The best one is made by a company called OTC.How do i change the brake pads for my beetle 99?If u don't know how to do something like brakes, u better take it to a professional. Thats something u don't want to screw up
How much does it cost to change your brake pads and rotors?
I just went for my NY inspection. They wanted to charge me $ 600.00 to change my brake and rotors. I drive a 2003 ford explorer. Does that seem about right?How much does it cost to change your brake pads and rotors?Who's %26quot;they%26quot;? According to fordparts.com, front brake pads for your 2003 Explorer cost $97.49US (part number 4L2Z-2001-BA), and front brake rotors cost $89.67US each (part number 4L2Z-1125-AA). So, if we do the math here, that's $276.83US in parts alone. Since you mention NY, I'm assuming that labour rates in that area go for around $100.00US per hour. Typically, most dealers pay their techs 1.5 hours to replace front brake pads and brake rotors. That means at $150.00US plus $276.83US works out to about $426.83US plus taxes. That doesn't sound too far off from the $600 you were quoted if you add the taxes in. Hope this helps.How much does it cost to change your brake pads and rotors?Wow umm rotors(sport ones) are about$250 for a 2003 Ford Explorer. And pads are about $85. that is an insane amount to charge for that simple of a job. i would buy the parts and find a friend that is somwhat mechicaly talanted. its so easy. im 16 and i can do it.How much does it cost to change your brake pads and rotors?I think that's right...because i believe you have 4 rotors! rear and front. I just paid $320 to change my rotors and that was all just on parts and i only have 2 rotors. So i believe that's around the price. Look up the price of your rotors %26amp; Brake pads like on autozone.com and add the price for the repair which is like $50 something dollers per hr. which should only be an hr maybe 1 1/2 hours tops!How much does it cost to change your brake pads and rotors?you can do it your self three or four times for that price ... front pads 25 bucks rear about the same rotors vary.. call any auto parts store and get a price for parts and you wil see.. most of the time a brake job just for pads start about 100 bucks which is high knowing what i know i do it all my self maybe a couple hundred but it sounds high .. call a few places ..... ask how much to replace it alll pads and rotors front and back....which hardy ever needed now if you dont need rotors which most of the time you dont unless you have wore them out or they been grinding.. you can look the price up autozone.comHow much does it cost to change your brake pads and rotors?Rip off! If you can find someone to do the brakes and rotors for you do it. auto zone has the best price for those type of parts. Only paid $130.00 for brakes and rotors there and $80.00 for labor for the person to do it.with black nail polish Is my cat crazy
How do I change brake pads and rotors on a 98 pathfinder ?
Is it 2 or 4 wheel drive. The brake job on a pathfinder is a little more complicated as it is not just a slip-on rotor set up. I would purchase a manual for your vehicle (repair not owners) as it should have step by step instructions as well as photos and a list of tools needed for the job.
How often do you change brake pads and rotars?
If every thing is working right, once a year. It's all based on what type of driving you do. A lot of stop and go,speedy take off and fast stops, carrying a lot weight all the time.
Good LuckHow often do you change brake pads and rotars?You should change your brake pads when you begin to hear a screeching noise when you come to a stop. Rotors are a little more difficult to tell. One clue is severe shaking of the car as you are coming to a stop, but often Rotors just need turned and not actually replaced. This can be done at most auto parts store.How often do you change brake pads and rotars?That will vary by car, brake pad materials, and especially by the driver's use of the brakes. Some people hit the stinkin' brake pedal for NO reason while driving down the highway - I'm sure they wear their pads down quickly. I prefer to simply ease off the gas and downshift when necessary.
The best way to know if it's needed is to physically examine the thickness of all the pads periodically.How often do you change brake pads and rotars?it depends on driving habbits. if you do more highway driving, then you should be able to go more miles. they willstart to squeal when the brake pads get thin.when they do that check them or have them checked at a respectable service center. off hand not knowing any of your driving habbits i would say 40,000mi. (that is high for city driving, low for highway driving). the rotars will last loger as long as they do not warp or you run the brake pads down to bare metal. the rotars can be %26quot;turned%26quot; and go for more miles.How often do you change brake pads and rotars?I dont have a specific interval on when to change them. I just drive the car until they are worn. I usually change the front brakes when i hear a squeaking noise while the car is coasting, and the rear brakes when they grind. Sometimes, you are better off buying new rotors instead of turning them. It depends on the vehicle. My GMC van has front rotors that have been cut 2 times, and rear drums that i always replace when changing rear brakes. It is because the rear drums have only under a half an inch of thickness when they are new, and re cutting them is worthless. Drums and rotors have thickness limit. If i would of cut those old drums, i would of possibly been over the limit causing my brake shoes to overspread and blow a wheel cylinder. If you happen to attempt to do the project yourself, you can take the drums or rotors to an auto parts store to get the thickness measured, cut, and to and or get new ones. Good Luck!How often do you change brake pads and rotars?twice a yr, depending on how often you drive for pads. roters dont wear as fast, and when you hear a whoop, whoop sound or slight shake in the wheel, get the roters done then
Good LuckHow often do you change brake pads and rotars?You should change your brake pads when you begin to hear a screeching noise when you come to a stop. Rotors are a little more difficult to tell. One clue is severe shaking of the car as you are coming to a stop, but often Rotors just need turned and not actually replaced. This can be done at most auto parts store.How often do you change brake pads and rotars?That will vary by car, brake pad materials, and especially by the driver's use of the brakes. Some people hit the stinkin' brake pedal for NO reason while driving down the highway - I'm sure they wear their pads down quickly. I prefer to simply ease off the gas and downshift when necessary.
The best way to know if it's needed is to physically examine the thickness of all the pads periodically.How often do you change brake pads and rotars?it depends on driving habbits. if you do more highway driving, then you should be able to go more miles. they willstart to squeal when the brake pads get thin.when they do that check them or have them checked at a respectable service center. off hand not knowing any of your driving habbits i would say 40,000mi. (that is high for city driving, low for highway driving). the rotars will last loger as long as they do not warp or you run the brake pads down to bare metal. the rotars can be %26quot;turned%26quot; and go for more miles.How often do you change brake pads and rotars?I dont have a specific interval on when to change them. I just drive the car until they are worn. I usually change the front brakes when i hear a squeaking noise while the car is coasting, and the rear brakes when they grind. Sometimes, you are better off buying new rotors instead of turning them. It depends on the vehicle. My GMC van has front rotors that have been cut 2 times, and rear drums that i always replace when changing rear brakes. It is because the rear drums have only under a half an inch of thickness when they are new, and re cutting them is worthless. Drums and rotors have thickness limit. If i would of cut those old drums, i would of possibly been over the limit causing my brake shoes to overspread and blow a wheel cylinder. If you happen to attempt to do the project yourself, you can take the drums or rotors to an auto parts store to get the thickness measured, cut, and to and or get new ones. Good Luck!How often do you change brake pads and rotars?twice a yr, depending on how often you drive for pads. roters dont wear as fast, and when you hear a whoop, whoop sound or slight shake in the wheel, get the roters done then
How do change front brake pads?
93 F150 2 wheel drive, changing front brake pads, how do you remove the caliper, there are what looks like v shaped pins, don't see any bolts like a gm holding caliper on. Are these pins to be knowcked out or what is the procedure to replace the pds and rotors
ThanksHow do change front brake pads?Detailed instructions with pictures can be found here:
http://www.autozone.com/servlet/UiBrokerHow do change front brake pads?knock out the pins then reverse procedure with new pins when installing can re-use old pins but......why chance itHow do change front brake pads?You take a pair of pliers and squeeze the pin together, while tapping it out with a hammer. It might help to squirt a little WD on it first.How do change front brake pads?Knock out the 2 caliper pins, remove the caliper, push the piston back in, replace the brake pads, install the caliper, knock the 2 pins back in.How do change front brake pads?take a hammer and someting that you can push them through with. just bang them through with the hammer and a big flathead screwdriver is what i used on my 91 F150 and just wiggle off the caliper and remove.....make sure u open up the caliper with a big C Clamp so when the new pads are installed u can get it back over the rotor. when done just bang the clip back through the holes from the front back to where they sat originally
ThanksHow do change front brake pads?Detailed instructions with pictures can be found here:
http://www.autozone.com/servlet/UiBrokerHow do change front brake pads?knock out the pins then reverse procedure with new pins when installing can re-use old pins but......why chance itHow do change front brake pads?You take a pair of pliers and squeeze the pin together, while tapping it out with a hammer. It might help to squirt a little WD on it first.How do change front brake pads?Knock out the 2 caliper pins, remove the caliper, push the piston back in, replace the brake pads, install the caliper, knock the 2 pins back in.How do change front brake pads?take a hammer and someting that you can push them through with. just bang them through with the hammer and a big flathead screwdriver is what i used on my 91 F150 and just wiggle off the caliper and remove.....make sure u open up the caliper with a big C Clamp so when the new pads are installed u can get it back over the rotor. when done just bang the clip back through the holes from the front back to where they sat originally
How do you change brake pads for 1990 honda accord ?
Take wheel off, remove caliper( 10mm socket) compress caliper piston with C-clamp or similar, insert new pads, install. If you do not know what you are doing, STOP. Brakes are something NOT to be played with.How do you change brake pads for 1990 honda accord ?Buy A hanes auto manual for the year of your car. It will show you how to do it step by step. I would not be without one for any car I own..My oldest is a manual for a 52 Chev. Just one of the cars I ownedHow do you change brake pads for 1990 honda accord ?The manual for your car is nice, but can be costly. The only thing you didn't mention is if it was the rear or front. Do to the year of the vehicle I am going to assume front. You need to start by having the car on a level surface and jack up the end with the problem. Before you do this you need to break the lug nuts loose, do not take them off yet, just break them loose. Make sure to block the wheels opposite the side you are jacking up. Then jack up the car, remove the lug nuts and wheels. After this you will need to remove the caliper. The caliper is held by 2 bolts. After you remove the two bolts, you can take a pry bar, or a heavy screw driver to slide the caliper up and out of the way. Once this is done, you can remove the pads. Then there will be 2 more bolts to break loose on the pad holder. After removing these, you can take the rotors off, get them measured for thickness. If they are too thin, you will need to replace them. If they still have meat on them, you can have them turned and re-surfaced to re-use them. Clean the area with some type of brake clean, which can be picked up at your local automotive store. It will be an aerosol type can around 3 or 4 bucks. You will also need to find something to compress the piston on the caliper. This needs to be done so the new pads will fit and the caliper will slide over the new pads you install. Re-install the pad holder, and I suggest using some locktite on the 2 bolts before you re-install them. Before you add the new pads, your new pads will come with some type of silicon lube. You will need to lube the metal plates that are on the pad holder, so the new pads will slide easily and not stick when the brakes are applied. Also take the bolts out of the caliper, if you didn't already and lube the long parts that go back into the caliper, so the caliper doesn't stick and slides freely when the brakes are applied. Make sure to clean them before lubing them, and use the brake clean you bought. Wipe them down with a dry rag, then lube them. Before you put the pads on, make sure they are the correct ones by putting them up against the old ones to see if they are the same size and type. Then install them. Put the caliper back on, and use a very little bit of locktite on the caliper bolts. Very important!!! Make sure you did not twist the brake line when re-installing the caliper, this will cause you problems later if you twist a line. Re-tighten the bolts, but don't over torque them, you can strip them out, just hand tighten and give them a little more. Then you can start putting the wheels back on. Lower the vehicle, and tighten all the lug nuts. Remove the blocks from the opposite side of the vehicle. That's it, you just did your first break job, correctly and safely. Good luck!!
How do you change brake pads for a 2002 Yamaha R6 motorcycle?
Is there an online manual for motorcycle repairs?How do you change brake pads for a 2002 Yamaha R6 motorcycle?--Look at the top of the caliper. There is a pin that goes through the caliper and through the brake pads.
--There is a re-useable cotter pin (clip) that goes through that pin to prevent it from coming out (it's between the outer pad and caliper).
--Remove that pin and the pads come right out the top of the caliper.
--Before removing the pads, use a screwdriver to spread the pads apart (this will push the pistons back into the calipers to make room for the new pads).
--You might have to remove some brake fluid from the master cylinder, to push the pistons into the caliper.
--If you do any work with the master cylinder cover off, cover all painted parts of your bike (brake fluid dissolves paint).
--When you get the pads in, pump the brake lever/pedal to push the pistons out and seat the pads. Top off master cylinder.
--Be careful when you first ride the bike with new pads. They won't work until they're broken in. When you get moving, lightly apply and drag the brakes to score up the pads. You'll know when the pads are properly seated if they are strong enough to lock up either wheel. Careful.
http://www.motocom.com/motorcycles/How do you change brake pads for a 2002 Yamaha R6 motorcycle?Take it to a bike shop. You don't want to get those misadjusted.How do you change brake pads for a 2002 Yamaha R6 motorcycle?you just do it.
first get the wheel off the bike.
unbolt the caliper.
and then replace em.
its that simple.
its more simple at a shop, like that other dude said, cuz they have the means to lift the bike and get the wheels off really quickly and easily - not because its hard to do.
the best thing to do is make friends with the techs at your local bike shop.
see if you can get one of em to do it for you, after hours, for beer.
=)How do you change brake pads for a 2002 Yamaha R6 motorcycle?Take it to your nearest bike dealer,if you don't know what your doing you should not be touching the braking system of a 160mph motorcycle.
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--There is a re-useable cotter pin (clip) that goes through that pin to prevent it from coming out (it's between the outer pad and caliper).
--Remove that pin and the pads come right out the top of the caliper.
--Before removing the pads, use a screwdriver to spread the pads apart (this will push the pistons back into the calipers to make room for the new pads).
--You might have to remove some brake fluid from the master cylinder, to push the pistons into the caliper.
--If you do any work with the master cylinder cover off, cover all painted parts of your bike (brake fluid dissolves paint).
--When you get the pads in, pump the brake lever/pedal to push the pistons out and seat the pads. Top off master cylinder.
--Be careful when you first ride the bike with new pads. They won't work until they're broken in. When you get moving, lightly apply and drag the brakes to score up the pads. You'll know when the pads are properly seated if they are strong enough to lock up either wheel. Careful.
http://www.motocom.com/motorcycles/How do you change brake pads for a 2002 Yamaha R6 motorcycle?Take it to a bike shop. You don't want to get those misadjusted.How do you change brake pads for a 2002 Yamaha R6 motorcycle?you just do it.
first get the wheel off the bike.
unbolt the caliper.
and then replace em.
its that simple.
its more simple at a shop, like that other dude said, cuz they have the means to lift the bike and get the wheels off really quickly and easily - not because its hard to do.
the best thing to do is make friends with the techs at your local bike shop.
see if you can get one of em to do it for you, after hours, for beer.
=)How do you change brake pads for a 2002 Yamaha R6 motorcycle?Take it to your nearest bike dealer,if you don't know what your doing you should not be touching the braking system of a 160mph motorcycle.
Good Luck.
I am looking for online instructions - "How to change brake pads on a 1986 Mazda 626"?
Also -is it reasonable to expect I can do this myself? I am comfortable with tools etc but have never done this before... don't really want to find out they don't work while on a highway...I am looking for online instructions - %26quot;How to change brake pads on a 1986 Mazda 626%26quot;?Changing brake pads are easy. All you have to do is go on youtube a fine a video that shows how BRAKE PADS are changed. It doesn't really matter whether it is for your car or not. You really want the know the process of changing pads. The only thing that I would stress is to do one side at a time, so you have something to look at if you forget how that assembly should look.
If you have drum brakes, I would pay a shop to do it, because brake that only need to be calibrated and on top of that, the brakes are run by a system of springs and reinstalling the springs can be a real pain.I am looking for online instructions - %26quot;How to change brake pads on a 1986 Mazda 626%26quot;?its very easy to do go to www.chilton.cengage.com
If you have drum brakes, I would pay a shop to do it, because brake that only need to be calibrated and on top of that, the brakes are run by a system of springs and reinstalling the springs can be a real pain.I am looking for online instructions - %26quot;How to change brake pads on a 1986 Mazda 626%26quot;?its very easy to do go to www.chilton.cengage.com
How do you change brake pads and rotors on a 1996 Chevy Lumina?
Steering and brakes are the two things you DO NOT want to mess up, so if you don't know for sure what you are doing, take it to a skilled mechanic.How do you change brake pads and rotors on a 1996 Chevy Lumina?Easy job. Once you remove the front wheels remove the caliper after using a c-clamp to squeeze the piston back into it so that the pads will loosen. Once the caliper is off put the c-clamp back on it and squeeze the piston all the way back into the bore %26quot;slowly%26quot; with the top off the master cylinder so that the fluid will go back to the master cylinder and the caliper will be back in the starting position and able to accept the new pads with full amount of friction material on them. As to the rotor, if the caliper bracket is in the way then remove the two large bolts that hold it on and the rotor slips off the lugs and new one reinstalls the same way. There is a special type socket that is used for removing the GM caliper bolts from the bracket and if you don't have a wrench that will fit in the hole properly then all auto parts stores carry these. They are very common and cheap to purchase at only a couple of bucks or so. After replacing the rotor and caliper bracket, install the new pads into the caliper and bracket and once the caliper is back bolted down slowly pump the brake pedal with the cap loosely sitting on top the master cylinder and the pedal only going about halfway down. Do this until you get a good hard pedal again. That's all there is to it. :-)How do you change brake pads and rotors on a 1996 Chevy Lumina?mohavedes is right. But if I'm not mistaken the bolt is actually a TORX bolt. The proper size is T-60. If you've never done this DON'T DO IT. These bolts are SOOO tight its almost impossible to take. And if you do take them off you better damn make sure it is GOOD and TIGHT. Otherwise the bolts will come loose and fall off while you're driving. Don't mean to scare you, but I don't want to be driving around someone familiar with brakes and they did it themselves. Besides front brake jobs usually cost under $180 including labor and parts with a warranty.
Anyone knows a website I can get step by step instructions on how to change brake pads?
The vehicle in question is a 2002 Ford taurus, 2 wheel disk brakes, I got the pads, want to make sure I don't hurt the ABS sensor.Anyone knows a website I can get step by step instructions on how to change brake pads?Yes, go to the following site:
http://www.howstuffworks.comAnyone knows a website I can get step by step instructions on how to change brake pads?autozone.comAnyone knows a website I can get step by step instructions on how to change brake pads?Brake pads are fairly easy to install. Your best bet, if you're doing it yourself, would be to spend $15 and buy a Haynes or Chilton manual for your car. It will have brake installation and tons more info on repairs.Anyone knows a website I can get step by step instructions on how to change brake pads?mabe www.ehow.com
http://www.howstuffworks.comAnyone knows a website I can get step by step instructions on how to change brake pads?autozone.comAnyone knows a website I can get step by step instructions on how to change brake pads?Brake pads are fairly easy to install. Your best bet, if you're doing it yourself, would be to spend $15 and buy a Haynes or Chilton manual for your car. It will have brake installation and tons more info on repairs.Anyone knows a website I can get step by step instructions on how to change brake pads?mabe www.ehow.com
Are brake checks usually free? What is a good price to change brake pads?
I have an 06 toyota highlander.Are brake checks usually free? What is a good price to change brake pads?brake pads should run you no more than 50...100 for 4 wheels....thats the total cost cause brakes are easy to fix :)
yes, brake checks are normally freeAre brake checks usually free? What is a good price to change brake pads?I would Call around and get a bunch of estimates .The go fet them in WRITING.
The low guy will advertize some outragesley low price for the %26quot;BRAKE PADS%26quot; but then they will get the shop charge and find something mysteriously wrong that will cost ytou extra and you might have to go back 2 0r 3 times to actually get your car repaired.
I would think not the most expensive but middle of the road someone who can gaurtee their work in writing. You should see about spending a couple extra bucks on the actual brake pad 's that they put on the car Because the more expensive brake pads usually are better quality and last longer and stop faster than the cheapO kind .
Saves money in the long run.
P.S.
If you want to go fast you need to be able to stop fast
yes, brake checks are normally freeAre brake checks usually free? What is a good price to change brake pads?I would Call around and get a bunch of estimates .The go fet them in WRITING.
The low guy will advertize some outragesley low price for the %26quot;BRAKE PADS%26quot; but then they will get the shop charge and find something mysteriously wrong that will cost ytou extra and you might have to go back 2 0r 3 times to actually get your car repaired.
I would think not the most expensive but middle of the road someone who can gaurtee their work in writing. You should see about spending a couple extra bucks on the actual brake pad 's that they put on the car Because the more expensive brake pads usually are better quality and last longer and stop faster than the cheapO kind .
Saves money in the long run.
P.S.
If you want to go fast you need to be able to stop fast
How can I change brake pads on my car by myself? Is there a website that tells how to do that?
Brake pads are not that hard to change, but instead of a website, you should go to an auto supply store and get the workshop manual for your car model/year range. Before you buy it, look through the section on changing brake pads, and see if it is something you are willing to do. Just remember, you life and the life of your passengers may depend on your brakes functioning correctly. Also, if you have it professionaly done by an honest shop, they will tell you if you really need to replace any other brake parts, like the rotors.How can I change brake pads on my car by myself? Is there a website that tells how to do that?If you have never done it before I suggest you not try it on your own. Your life depends on it. Maybe you can find someone who is familiar with the job.
Your best bet is just pay the mechanic to do it.
Good luck!How can I change brake pads on my car by myself? Is there a website that tells how to do that?What grandma g said.How can I change brake pads on my car by myself? Is there a website that tells how to do that?first take off the tire, in the back of the metal wheel there's a tube, unscrew the tube and slide the pad off, replace it snap back and replace the tube, replace the tire and pupm the air outHow can I change brake pads on my car by myself? Is there a website that tells how to do that?Lets get this right, you do want to do it yourself, why? cheaper or you want the mechanical know how? It is not a good idea, look for a friendly mechanic and tell him you want to see it done, please, do not risk your (and others) life by doing yourself till you really know what you are doing, if done incorrectly the braking won't be even or safe. I do admire you for wanting to do it, just learn how first, then get checked before you go out.How can I change brake pads on my car by myself? Is there a website that tells how to do that?When you buy brakes they come with instructions in the box.
Ask whom ever sell's you the brakes what tools you will need...How can I change brake pads on my car by myself? Is there a website that tells how to do that?sure, what better way for you to learn how to be a mechanic than to start out on some thing that if you mess up you can get someone killed.
not the sharpest knife in the drawer.How can I change brake pads on my car by myself? Is there a website that tells how to do that?you can get it at www.haynes.com, www.gearheadcafe.com you can get cd on certain vehicles there. or go to your local parts store and buy a repair manual there.add an email address sexy hair
Your best bet is just pay the mechanic to do it.
Good luck!How can I change brake pads on my car by myself? Is there a website that tells how to do that?What grandma g said.How can I change brake pads on my car by myself? Is there a website that tells how to do that?first take off the tire, in the back of the metal wheel there's a tube, unscrew the tube and slide the pad off, replace it snap back and replace the tube, replace the tire and pupm the air outHow can I change brake pads on my car by myself? Is there a website that tells how to do that?Lets get this right, you do want to do it yourself, why? cheaper or you want the mechanical know how? It is not a good idea, look for a friendly mechanic and tell him you want to see it done, please, do not risk your (and others) life by doing yourself till you really know what you are doing, if done incorrectly the braking won't be even or safe. I do admire you for wanting to do it, just learn how first, then get checked before you go out.How can I change brake pads on my car by myself? Is there a website that tells how to do that?When you buy brakes they come with instructions in the box.
Ask whom ever sell's you the brakes what tools you will need...How can I change brake pads on my car by myself? Is there a website that tells how to do that?sure, what better way for you to learn how to be a mechanic than to start out on some thing that if you mess up you can get someone killed.
not the sharpest knife in the drawer.How can I change brake pads on my car by myself? Is there a website that tells how to do that?you can get it at www.haynes.com, www.gearheadcafe.com you can get cd on certain vehicles there. or go to your local parts store and buy a repair manual there.
My caliper bolt broke when i was trying to change brake pads on pt cruiser... now what?
one of the two caliper bolts (the larger ones) broke in half when i was changing brake pads, am i out of luck? do i need a new caliper or can it be drilled out? the other of the two is also seized up in there and wont budge no matter what i do.My caliper bolt broke when i was trying to change brake pads on pt cruiser... now what?Have it towed to a qualified repair shop. Unless you have experiance dealing with drilling and extracting broken and or crossed threaded and broken bolt. Your best bet is to have a pro do it. Or you can buy a new mounting knuckle/ hub when the extracting goes bad.My caliper bolt broke when i was trying to change brake pads on pt cruiser... now what?Gotta torch? Try a little heat. Once you get them out put a little grease or anti seize on the threads. If there broke off even with the threaded hole you will need a ease out, a drill with the right size bit and a torch. On the other bolts use penetrating oil and allow them to sit a while. You may still need some heat to help with the process.
How do I change brake pads on a 2005 sport trac?
I have removed the caliper bolts and pushed the pistons back, but I cant get the inside pad away fron the pistons.How do I change brake pads on a 2005 sport trac?You remove the pads before pushing the pistons back. Look at the new pads to see if they %26quot;hook%26quot; into the pistons somehow. And you want to do the job safely, so the shop manual is a lot cheaper than sheet metal.
Is it hard to change front brake pads on a 96 Taurus?
I am decently inclined with vehicle maintenance, but I have never done brakes. I do my own oil changes on the vehicle. I have read some internet articles on the process, but do I loosen the bleeder screw then push the caliper piston in? or do I just remove the brake master cylinder cap then push the caliper piston in to make room for the new pads? I have read 2 different processes.Is it hard to change front brake pads on a 96 Taurus?Don't loosen the bleeder, just open the master cylinder. It isn't possible to get it wrong but if you want a step by step with diagrams just to make it a little easier email me at kormanmike@yahoo.com
Just a side note, never open the bleeder unless you are changing the lines or you ran the master empty and sucked air into the line.
And when you are finished remember to pump the brakes until they are hard before taking it out of park.Is it hard to change front brake pads on a 96 Taurus?ummm...brakes aren't something you should learn to do on the internet..especially since you got two completley different answers. if you change your oil wrong, you blow your engine and buy a new one. if you change yer brakes wrong, you could die. and i read somewhere on the internet that a new life costs way more than brake service from a qualified tech. :pIs it hard to change front brake pads on a 96 Taurus?Here's what you do.
1. Remove the two bolts holding the caliper piston on the caliper bracket.
2. Remove the old pads.
3, Put one of the old pads against the inside of the piston (The %26quot;O%26quot; shaped thing), then, using a C clamp, return the piston to where it was.
4. Install the new pads, referring to the old ones for correct positioning
5. Put the caliper piston back on the bracket, put the bolts in by hand first, then zip em up and maker sure the piston is secure.
6. Put the wheels back on the car, start the car while the parking brake is on and pump the brake pedal until the pedal is hard.
Easy as pie.
Just a side note, never open the bleeder unless you are changing the lines or you ran the master empty and sucked air into the line.
And when you are finished remember to pump the brakes until they are hard before taking it out of park.Is it hard to change front brake pads on a 96 Taurus?ummm...brakes aren't something you should learn to do on the internet..especially since you got two completley different answers. if you change your oil wrong, you blow your engine and buy a new one. if you change yer brakes wrong, you could die. and i read somewhere on the internet that a new life costs way more than brake service from a qualified tech. :pIs it hard to change front brake pads on a 96 Taurus?Here's what you do.
1. Remove the two bolts holding the caliper piston on the caliper bracket.
2. Remove the old pads.
3, Put one of the old pads against the inside of the piston (The %26quot;O%26quot; shaped thing), then, using a C clamp, return the piston to where it was.
4. Install the new pads, referring to the old ones for correct positioning
5. Put the caliper piston back on the bracket, put the bolts in by hand first, then zip em up and maker sure the piston is secure.
6. Put the wheels back on the car, start the car while the parking brake is on and pump the brake pedal until the pedal is hard.
Easy as pie.
How On change brake pads and rotors on a 89 Chevy caprice classic?
Uh, those are 3/8 allen headed bolts.How On change brake pads and rotors on a 89 Chevy caprice classic?i do all the typing abd he gets the credit
2- remove the caliper, remove the pads and compress the caliper with a c clamp
3- remove the dust cap with a screwdriver carefully, remove the safety pin and set it aside, remove the retainer and nut
4- twist the rotor to release the bearing to the outer one and install only the nut a few turns
5- pull the rotor to remove the inner bearing and seal
6- repack the inner bearing with grease, install the bearing and tap the seal back in
7- install the rotor, repack the outer bearing, install, put washer in place and snug nut into place, look up tightening specs, install castle nut and install cotter pin
9- install the pads in reverse as you taken them out
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How On change brake pads and rotors on a 89 Chevy caprice classic?1- pull the 2--5/16 hex bolts2- remove the caliper, remove the pads and compress the caliper with a c clamp
3- remove the dust cap with a screwdriver carefully, remove the safety pin and set it aside, remove the retainer and nut
4- twist the rotor to release the bearing to the outer one and install only the nut a few turns
5- pull the rotor to remove the inner bearing and seal
6- repack the inner bearing with grease, install the bearing and tap the seal back in
7- install the rotor, repack the outer bearing, install, put washer in place and snug nut into place, look up tightening specs, install castle nut and install cotter pin
9- install the pads in reverse as you taken them out
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