Accord EX Coupe V6-3.0L (2001)
Brake Pad: Service and Repair
Front
Front Brake Pads Inspection and Replacement
CAUTION: Frequent inhalation of brake pad dust, regardless of material composition, could be hazardous to your health.
-
Avoid breathing dust particles.
-
Never use an air hose or brush to clean brake assemblies. Use an OSHA-approved vacuum cleaner.
1. Loosen the front wheel nuts slightly. Raise the front of the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported. Remove the front wheels. Remove the
brake hose mounting bolts (A) from the knuckle.
2. Remove the caliper bolt (B), and pivot the caliper (C) up out of the way. If the caliper pin head is the hex. type, the caliper bolt should be removed
using a wrench while holding the caliper pin with another wrench. Check the hoses and pin boots for damage and deterioration.
3. Remove the pads (A), pad shims (B), and pad retainers (C).
4. Using vernier calipers, measure the thickness of each brake pad lining. The measurement does not include the pad backing plate (A) thickness.
5. If the brake pad thickness is less than the service limit, replace the front pads and shims together as a set.
6. Clean the caliper thoroughly; remove any rust, and check for grooves and cracks.