Has anyone taken on the challenge of changing thier own brake pads? If so any step by step instructions/pics out there.
Thanks in advance
Thanks in advance
They didn't drain any fluid and it worked ok.3. Drain small amount of fluid from master cylinder brake reservoir with clean
I bought MOPAR V-line brakes and they don't come with clips.I have a question, and maybe more later...Where do you purchase the anti-rattle clips outline in section 2 under "Install" Can you purchase from an auto store or is this something the dealer provides?
How many miles do you hace on your XK? You may not need to replace the rotors yet, but if you do, here you go
FRONT REMOVAL
NOTE: Front rotors and hub/bearings are matched mounted for minimum lateral runout. Before removing the rotor, mark the rotor and hub/bearing to maintain original orientation.
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the caliper adapter mounting bolts (3) and remove the caliper adapter from the steering knuckle.
4. Secure caliper anchor assembly to nearby suspension part with a wire. Do not allow brake hose to support caliper weight.
5. Remove and discard the o-ring (2) securing the disc brake rotor (1) on the hub.
6. Remove the disc brake rotor from hub/bearing.
FRONT INSTALL
1. Install the rotor (1) on hub studs.
2. Install the caliper adapter (1) on the knuckle (2). Install adapter bolts (3) and tighten to 169 N·m (125 ft. lbs.).
NOTE: Caliper slide pins should be free from debris and lightly lubricated.
3. Install the caliper (1) to the caliper adapter (4) and tighten the bolts to 44 N·m (32 ft. lbs.).
4. Gently lift one end of the slide pin boot to equalize air pressure, then release the boot and verify that the boot is fully covering the slide pin.
5. Install wheel and tire assembly.
6. Remove support and lower the vehicle.
7. Pump brake pedal to seat caliper pistons and brake pads. Do not move vehicle until firm brake pedal is obtained.
REAR REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the caliper slide bolts (4).
4. Remove caliper (1).
5. Secure caliper assembly (1) to nearby suspension part with wire. Do not allow brake hose to support caliper weight.
REAR INSTALL
1. Install rotor on axle studs.
2. Install the caliper assembly.
3. Install caliper slide bolts (4) and tighten to 44 N·m (32 ft. lbs.).
4. Install wheel and tire assembly.
5. Remove support and lower the vehicle.
6. Pump brake pedal until caliper pistons and brake shoes are seated.