Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Front Disc Brake
- When the brake pads are separated from the brake caliper, new brake pads must be installed. The brake pads are one-time use only.
- Leaving the residual adhesive will increase the taper wear leading to brake noise, drag and roughness.
The brake pads have an adhesive backing that adheres to the brake caliper to reduce brake shudder and noise. Use the brake parts cleaner to remove the residues of the adhesive on the caliper pistons before installing the new pads.
The brake caliper is mounted to the brake caliper anchor plate, which is bolted to the wheel knuckle. The brake caliper anchor plate locating and guide pins allow the dual piston brake caliper to move as the brake pads wear.
The brake disc is a ventilated full-cast design. The brake disc is removed and installed by removing the brake caliper and anchor plate as an assembly.
The brake disc shield is mounted to the front wheel knuckle and is held in place by 3 screws. It protects the front wheel bearings and inner surface of the brake disc from damaging road debris.
The brake pads are housed in the brake caliper anchor plate assembly and are of a non-asbestos composition.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.