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2003 Subaru Forester changing front brake pads

Tiny
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2003 Subaru Forester 85,500 miles

Hi, I want to replace the front brake pads on my 2003 Subaru forester. This is the first front brake pad change on this car. Do I also need to replace the discs, or do I just resurface the old ones? The car has no problems other than a wear indicator noise. Are there any special things I need to be aware of to do this job? Many thanks for answering my questions, Terris
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Wednesday, February 25th, 2009 AT 11:29 AM

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Tiny
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Hi:
If you have no pulsation when using the brakes, do not cut them. When you cut them they get thinner and more likely to warp.

Just replace the pads.

Joe
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Wednesday, February 25th, 2009 AT 11:59 AM
Tiny
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Jacobandnickolas:thanks so much for your reply-I did exactly as you suggested and everything worked out just super. Terris
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Friday, March 6th, 2009 AT 5:41 PM
Tiny
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Hi:
I'm glad to hear it. Let us know if you have questions in the future.

Joe
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Friday, March 6th, 2009 AT 6:14 PM

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