Car Repair Guide: Replacing Brake Pads on a Honda Civic

Car Repair Guide: Replacing Brake Pads on a Honda Civic

Car Repair Guide: Replacing Brake Pads on a Honda Civic

In this guide, we'll show you how to replace the brake pads on a Honda Civic. This is a common issue that can lead to noise and poor braking performance if not addressed.

Tools Needed

Steps to Replace Brake Pads

  1. Loosen the Lug Nuts:

    Use your tire iron to loosen the lug nuts while the car is still on the ground.

  2. Lift the Car:

    Use the jack to lift your Honda Civic and secure it with jack stands for safety.

  3. Remove the Tire:

    Complete the removal of the lug nuts and carefully take the tire off.

  4. Remove the Brake Caliper:

    Use your ratchet to remove the bolts holding the brake caliper in place.

  5. Remove the Old Brake Pads:

    Slide the old brake pads out from the caliper and make note of their orientation for when you replace them.

  6. Compress the Brake Caliper Piston:

    Use the brake caliper compressor tool to push the piston back into the caliper body to make room for the new brake pads.

  7. Install the New Brake Pads:

    Insert your new brake pads into the caliper. Make sure to apply brake pad grease to the back of the pads to prevent squeaking.

  8. Reinstall the Brake Caliper:

    Place the caliper back into its position and screw it in place using your ratchet.

  9. Reinstall the Tire:

    Put the tire back, securely tighten the lug nuts, and lower your Honda Civic from the jack stands.

  10. Check the Brakes:

    Before you drive anywhere, press the brake pedal a few times to make sure it feels normal. It has to get hard after a couple of presses.

Following these steps should help you successfully replace the brake pads on your Honda Civic. Remember, safety first!