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How to Change Front Brake Pads and Rotors Video

Replacing Rear Brake Pads and Rotors - Continued

Step 5 of 9.  Removing Rear Brake Rotor

Remove the retaining screw from the disc mounting hole, tap the rotor gently to release any rust that has accumulated between the rotor and bearing hub. Lift brake rotor from wheel hub, hold on using both hands and do not drop.
 

Step 6 of 9. Install New Brake Rotor

Check the new rotor against the old brake rotor to make sure they are the same size. Clean the mating surface on the wheel hub before the new brake rotor is installed. Reinstall rotor retainer screw.

Step 7 of 9. Reset Rear Brake Caliper

Before new brake pads can be installed, the rear brake caliper must be reset. The reset tool winds the piston back into position so the new brake pads will fit. This style of brake caliper will not compress with a clamp tool; it can only be reset with the proper reset tool.

Step 8 of 9.  Reinstall Rear Caliper Mount and Install New Rear Brake Pads

After the caliper has been reset, reinstall caliper mounting bolts and make sure the bolts are tight. Then match up the old brake pads to the new brake pads. They should be exactly the same except, of course, the old ones will be worn out. Check the new brake pads for proper fit and install any brake hardware that is required.

Step 9 of 9. Remount Rear Brake Caliper

Reinstall the brake caliper, align brake pad hardware and reinstall caliper mounting bolts. (Note: align the rear peg of the brake pad to the groove in the caliper piston.) Recheck and retighten all caliper and caliper mount bolts. Bleed brake system per manufacturers specifications to relieve any air in the system. Before driving the vehicle, push the brake peddle down and let it up slowly. This operation forces the brake pads to travel to the brake rotors. DO NOT DRIVE VEHICLE until proper brake peddle operation resumes. When test driving vehicle listen for any unusual noises during the operation of the brakes. Note: until brake pads are broken in during the first 30 miles or so, the operation of the brakes maybe slightly impaired.

How to Change Front Brake Pads and Rotors Video

Rear Brake Pads

Purchase Rear Brake Pad - Semi metallic brake pads are generally made of copper, brass, and steel wool shavings held together in a resin. Ceramic pads are also available for high performance applications.

Purchase Rear Brake Caliper - Brake calipers provide the squeezing power to the brake pads when you press the brake peddle down. Whether using standard master cylinder or ABS braking systems, brake calipers apply the pressure from the pads to the rotors.

Purchase Rear Brake Rotor - A brake disc is the rotating part of the braking system that contacts the brake pads. Heat and energy are transferred from the brake disc to the pads while provide friction to stop the car. Cross drill brake disc's help dissipate heat more efficiently under extreme driving conditions like long down grades or repeated hard accelerations and decelerations.

Common Problems

1. Brake pads wear down to far, contacting the rotor.

2. Caliper slides lock up and not let the caliper move causing one brake pad to wear out but not the other.

3. If inferior parts are used they will squeak, grumble and not last as long.

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