What is the procedure for replacing the rear brake pads on the Atenza?
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The procedure for replacing the rear brake pads on the Atenza is as follows: 1. Remove the wheel and take off the dust cover; 2. Remove the caliper fixing bolts and take off the brake caliper; 3. Remove one of the fixing bolts on the brake caliper, and use a flat-head screwdriver to apply force to the caliper, allowing the brake cylinder piston to retract automatically; 4. Take out the brake pads. Alternatively, you can use a piston adjustment tool to press back the brake cylinder piston, then remove and insert the new brake pads. The Atenza is a mid-size car produced by FAW Mazda, with dimensions of 4870 mm in length, 1840 mm in width, and 1445 mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2830 mm.
As a DIY car repair enthusiast, I just replaced the rear brake pads on my Mazda Atenza last month, and the whole process was much simpler than expected. First, gather the necessary tools: a jack, jack stands, a wrench set, new brake pads (recommended to match the Atenza model), and brake lubricant. Step one is to park the car on a level surface and engage the handbrake; then, use the jack to lift the rear wheel and secure it with a stand for safety. Next, remove the wheel, loosen the bolts on the brake caliper, and carefully take out the old brake pads—be careful not to damage the sensor wire. After cleaning the caliper mount and components, install the new pads, apply some lubricant to prevent noise, then reattach the caliper and tighten the bolts. Finally, remount the wheel and slowly lower the car. Remember to start the engine and pump the brakes a few times to test the braking effect. Doing it myself saved me a few hundred bucks, and I picked up some skills too. Regularly check for wear—replacing them every 30,000 km is standard.
