Can you replace rear brakes yourself?
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Can you replace rear brakes yourself?
If your brake pads are squealing or grinding, it might be time for a brake pad replacement. You will be pleasantly surprised to find that you can replace the pads in your car’s disc brake system quickly, easily and without specialized tools. Doing it yourself also will save you a lot of money.
How do you change rear wheel brakes?
Project step-by-step (11)
- Remove the Rear Wheel. Start the process by placing wheel chocks in front of the front wheels.
- Remove Bolts from Caliper Brackets.
- Remove the Brake Pads.
- Reattach Caliper Bracket.
- Seat the New Brake Pads.
- Remount Wheel.
- A Note on Safety.
How long does it take to change rear brake pads?
If you have experience with basic repair brake pad replacement can be done in 4 hours. Changing front brake pads is simpler than replacing rear disc brakes, and if you have experience doing basic repairs the job will take about 4 hours.
How long does it take to change rear brakes?
Consider this: even an expert automotive technician takes between 30 minutes to an hour or more to replace the brake pads and rotors on some vehicles. For someone with little to no experience, brake pad replacement could take several hours or more.
How do you press the brake piston back on?
To successfully push back the rear caliper brake piston, you will need a simple tool such as a plier or a screwdriver. You need to twist the piston clockwise; clockwise will spin the piston inward into the housing itself inside the caliper, and then you will be able to change your brake pads.
What is the average cost for a brake job?
Depending on the vehicle you drive, there can be a pretty big difference in pricing. The average brake pad replacement costs around $150 per axle, but these costs can rise to around $300 per axle depending on your vehicle’s brake pad materials. The least expensive brake pads use organic material.
