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How to Change Brake Pads. Step 1. Remove the Tire. Brake Pad. Brake Caliper. Brake Rotor. Step 2. Remove any retaining clips. Note : Different vehicles will use different types of retaining clips or covers.
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Step 1. Remove the Tire. Brake Pad Brake Caliper Brake Rotor
Step 2. Remove any retaining clips. Note: Different vehicles will use different types of retaining clips or covers.
Step 4. Remove the old pads. Note: If the pads cannot be removed then the caliper will have to be removed. See Step 5. If the pads can be removed then go to step 8 to install the new pads.
Step 6. Remove the Caliper. Important: Do not let the caliper hang from the brake line! Hook a wire through the caliper and hang it.
Step 7. Remove the old pads. (Brake pad shims- help align the pads)
Step 11. Reinstall the retaining clips. Note: The order in which the clips and pins are reinstalled may differ from vehicle to vehicle.
Step 13. Adjust the Squealer. Note: Adjust the squealer so it will start to make noise when the pads wear down to 3-4mm or less.