Help: Replacing Brake Pads
11-01-2007, 10:15 PM
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Help: Replacing Brake Pads
OK, so I've gone over the thread by TacoBill how to replace the rotors (which I'm going to do as well) but I'd like
some feedback from anyone who has replaced the pads too.
Any pointers?
I believeI read that the front calipers dont need to be compressed to replace the pads, only the rears need the clamp. True?
Basically, what kind of task am I really looking at... Novice/Average/Expert install?
Thanks!
some feedback from anyone who has replaced the pads too.
Any pointers?
I believeI read that the front calipers dont need to be compressed to replace the pads, only the rears need the clamp. True?
Basically, what kind of task am I really looking at... Novice/Average/Expert install?
Thanks!
11-01-2007, 11:37 PM
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RE: Help: Replacing Brake Pads
the only time i changed brake pads was on an old jeep and i still had to compress so that the pads would fit, and watch when you compress them cause some brake fluid would come out.i would say novice install but its easier than that i think
11-02-2007, 09:31 AM
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RE: Help: Replacing Brake Pads
ORIGINAL: grampa_stang
Guarantee you're going to have to compress the piston to get the new pads on.
fyi: Frontpiston just pushes directly in
rear piston must be rotated in with a special tool.
Guarantee you're going to have to compress the piston to get the new pads on.
fyi: Frontpiston just pushes directly in
rear piston must be rotated in with a special tool.
The tool for the rear calipers, is it just a C-clamp like tool, or is it a tool that acts like a "key" to lock into the piston? I watched an install on YouTube last night and the rear caliper on the car had an e-brake, (like ours) and required a tool to lock into the piston.
11-02-2007, 09:38 AM
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RE: Help: Replacing Brake Pads
I can't speek for the rear calipers, but I just painted my front calipers (I plan on painting the rear tomorrow) and they are incredibly easy to work on. Two bolts on the rear of the caliper (12mm IIRC), slide the caliper off and compress. (I usually put the old brake pad up against the pistons and use a screw-on type clamp to compress them) Pop in the new pads - they're just held in place with clips. Slide the caliper back on and tighten down the two bolts and you're good to go.
You can use an old coat hanger to hang your caliper from the front springs while you swap out the pads.
Good luck!
You can use an old coat hanger to hang your caliper from the front springs while you swap out the pads.
Good luck!
11-02-2007, 09:46 AM
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RE: Help: Replacing Brake Pads
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I can't speek for the rear calipers, but I just painted my front calipers (I plan on painting the rear tomorrow) and they are incredibly easy to work on. Two bolts on the rear of the caliper (12mm IIRC), slide the caliper off and compress. (I usually put the old brake pad up against the pistons and use a screw-on type clamp to compress them) Pop in the new pads - they're just held in place with clips. Slide the caliper back on and tighten down the two bolts and you're good to go.
You can use an old coat hanger to hang your caliper from the front springs while you swap out the pads.
Good luck!
I can't speek for the rear calipers, but I just painted my front calipers (I plan on painting the rear tomorrow) and they are incredibly easy to work on. Two bolts on the rear of the caliper (12mm IIRC), slide the caliper off and compress. (I usually put the old brake pad up against the pistons and use a screw-on type clamp to compress them) Pop in the new pads - they're just held in place with clips. Slide the caliper back on and tighten down the two bolts and you're good to go.
You can use an old coat hanger to hang your caliper from the front springs while you swap out the pads.
Good luck!
Please share your experience with the rear calipers when you have the time.
11-02-2007, 09:50 AM
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RE: Help: Replacing Brake Pads
As soon as I paint the rear calipers, I'll post pics. However, I won't have to compress the piston, so I won't be much help in that department.
I'd really be interested in knowing whether or not you would need a special tool to compress the rear pistons. I can't think of a good reason such a tool would be necessary.
I'd really be interested in knowing whether or not you would need a special tool to compress the rear pistons. I can't think of a good reason such a tool would be necessary.
11-02-2007, 10:24 AM
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RE: Help: Replacing Brake Pads
OK, no information on replacing, but what type of pads are you using. If Motorcraft, try to get the Ford ones instead. Yes, there is a differece between a Motorcraft and Ford brake pads. The Ford ones (ones that are installed at the factory) are better then the Motorcraft ones. Ask any parts manager at a Ford dealership. There are different part numbers too. And the Ford ones cost more.