Without replacing the brake pads on time, you risk being left "without brakes" at an unexpected moment, as well as significantly damage the brake discs, the cost of which is several times higher than the pads. You can change the pads yourself.
Instructions
Step 1
Park the vehicle on a level, non-slippery surface. Remove the wheel by first lifting the desired side of the car with a jack, applying the parking brake and putting the car in first gear. For vehicles with automatic transmission, move the shift lever to the “P” position.
Step 2
Use a brush to clean the surface of the brake caliper and inspect it. Some manufacturers install a special spring in the caliper mounting system, which prevents the pads from "dangling" in the caliper. If there is such a spring, wring it out. Then unscrew the caliper mounting bolt (or bolts) and move the caliper to the side.
Step 3
Now you can remove the brake pads and open the hood of the car to remove a little brake fluid from the reservoir, so that when the brake cylinders are compressed, after installing new pads, the fluid is not squeezed out. This can be done with a 50-100 ml syringe. After installing all the brake pads, the fluid must be poured back into the reservoir.
Step 4
Now insert new brake pads, having previously lubricated the seating area with graphite grease. In order to insert the pads, you will need to squeeze the caliper piston with a large flathead screwdriver until it snaps into place. Insert new pads, clamp the spring and assemble the caliper in the reverse order, remembering to tighten the bolt (or bolts) of the caliper fastening.
Step 5
Replace the wheel, remembering to carefully tighten all the nuts (or studs). After the whole procedure for replacing the remaining brake pads is over, fill the brake fluid back into the reservoir. Now it is extremely important to get into the car and apply the brake several times until the pedal is firm. This will eliminate the space between the pads, brake disc and caliper piston during the pad replacement process.
