Replacing the brake pads
- Slide the pads into position in the hub carrier. If the fabric shims have perished anti-sieze paste can help reduce brake pad squeel. Make sure to only get on the back of the pads.
- Using a G clamp, slowly squeeze the piston back into the caliper until it will fit around the pads.
- Slide the caliper into the caliper holder. Most pads are supplied with new 13mm bolts with threadlock already applied. Replace your old bolts with these new ones. Tighten accordingly.
- Rotate the wheel to ensure there isn't anything catching.
- Replace the road wheel. Hand tighten the road wheel bolts.
- Lower the car and tighten the road wheel bolts properly.
- Repeat for the other side.
- Previous page: Removing and refitting the brake disc
