can you tell me how to change the front brake pads on my Suburban?
and what kind of tools would I need?
and what kind of tools would I need?
Feb 8, 2010 at 10:39 AM
2001 Chevy Suburban Changing Brake pads
2001 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN
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The tools you need to replace front pads would be.
a half inch ratchet. t50 torex socket half inch drive. Brake caliper depressor. Jack the vehicle up at designated lifting points. Remove front wheels. Remove both torex bolts on caliper. Pry caliper off. Remove outboard side pads. Compress caliper till all the way in. Remove other pad. Install new pads and lube all contact points with antiseize. Install caliper. tighten caliper bolts to proper torque. install wheels and torque properly. Make sure you pump the brake pedal before backing up.
a half inch ratchet. t50 torex socket half inch drive. Brake caliper depressor. Jack the vehicle up at designated lifting points. Remove front wheels. Remove both torex bolts on caliper. Pry caliper off. Remove outboard side pads. Compress caliper till all the way in. Remove other pad. Install new pads and lube all contact points with antiseize. Install caliper. tighten caliper bolts to proper torque. install wheels and torque properly. Make sure you pump the brake pedal before backing up.
Mar 15, 2021 at 11:41 AM