What Are the Correct Steps for Replacing Brake Pads?

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AngeloDella
07/29/25 1:01pm
Here are the steps for replacing car brake pads: 1. First, use a jack to lift the car, then release the handbrake and loosen the wheel bolts; 2. After removing the tire, the car's brake disc and caliper will be exposed. Remove the brake caliper; 3. If the brake caliper cannot be completely detached, it needs to be suspended or placed on a high platform; 4. Open the brake fluid reservoir in the engine compartment, then remove the worn brake pads and install the new ones in the same manner; 5. After replacing the brake pads, inspect to ensure there are no issues, then reinstall the tire; 6. Reattach the brake caliper, remove the jack, and engage the handbrake to complete the brake pad replacement; 7. After installation, start the engine and press the brake pedal to allow the brake fluid to reset. After driving 100 kilometers, the brake pads will enter normal operation and perform at their best.
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