2007 HONDA ODYSSEY BRAKE PADS INSTALL

2007 HONDA ODYSSEY BRAKE PADS INSTALL

Install new pads and re-install Sliding Caliper. Removing the pads is very easy.Then using a pair of pliers or C-clamps and gently press the pistons back in (check the brake reservoir to be sure it does not overflow because when you press the pistons in, brake fluid flows back into the brake reservoir!!!).Ĭheck the sliding pin's rubber boot for any tear etc.

Basically Brake pads held by hardware clips. Take 1 minute to study the anatomy, it is very easy. PS: if you want to change ONLY the brake pads, then: undo the Sliding Caliper 14-mm bolts. This has worked well for me for 25 years. Use a Rubber Hammer and tap the wrench until it sits at 11 o’clock position. Place the 19-mm wrench let’s say at 1 o’clock position. What I have done in the last 25 years: tighten the 19-m bolts by hand and the wrench until it stops. From a practical standpoint, it is very difficult, if not impossible to fit a torque wrench in the tight space of the wheel well. Don't forget small amount of anti-seize on the rotor screws threads.ĥ.

I apply a small amount of anti-seize at the rotor ring to avoid bonding between the rotor and the wheel.Ĥ. I apply a small amount of anti-seize at the hub ring to avoid bonding between the hub and rotor.ģ. The surface between Brake Caliper and Steering Knuckle.Ģ. The surface between the OUTER side of the rotor and the INNER side of the wheel where they mate together.Ĭ. The surface between the hub and INNER side of the rotor where they mate together.ī. Clean mating surfaces before re-installation. Remove wheel and set under the van for added safety. Jack up the van, place jackstand under the subframe (where the control arm is attached to the subframe jackstand under subframe, not under control arm. Loosen wheel nuts but do not remove them yet.Ģ. These bolts are cheap at hardware store.ġ. If my measurement is correct, then the extractor bolt should be M8 x 1.25 x 25 (M8 = diameter is 8 mm 1.25 = distance between adjacent threads is 1.25 mm 25 = length is 25 mm). You need 2 bolts to extract the rotor because it is likely rusted in. Your local Autoparts store or Sears should carry this tool. Press it down on the ground, the tip should twist CCW: this is what you want). The tool should have “R” and “L” markings on it. This will keep the Phillips head tight on the screw and at the same time the tool unscrews it counter-clockwise (make sure you check the tool before using it. Place the Phillips #3 head on the rotor screw. Basically this is a punch tool with a “twisting” motion. A Punch Set is also useful because it is very easy to round off these rotor retaining bolts without this tool. Brake Caliper Sliding Mounting Bolts: 14-mm torque = 37 ft-lb. Brake Caliper Bracket Mounting Bolts: 19-mm torque = 101 ft-lb (this torque is a bit on the high side, see my tip later). Ideally the van should be cleaned with water the day before so all winter salt, sand are washed off to make the job easier. Anyway, I wrote a quick DIY for those who need it. I have warped rotors at 30K miles, so I just re-surfaced them. If I just buy rotors with pads then I stay in my driveway, get everything done, have thicker rotors, and spend a few more bucks.DIY: 2007 Honda Odyssey Front Brake Rotor (also Rear Rotor & Shock Absorber Pics)ĭIY: 2007 Honda Odyssey Front Brake Rotor

If I take off the existing ones and then drive them over to the auto parts store I will pay something (25?) to get them turned, so I am using more time to save 25 bucks and then I have thinner rotors. Is it common wisdom if I'm gonna do this myself to just buy new rotors too and take the extra time to slap those on? I cant recall but I'm thinking rotors are like 50 or 60 bucks a pair for Centrics. So rather than try to get the last mm out of those rears, might as well replace them this year I guess. I guess it is time to do my brake pads sometime this summer/fall as I'm not sure these can make it all the way to next April and I don't want to have them squeal in December. Is service limit same on both front and back? 1.6mm? But a 3.5mm brush end doesn't fit so I'm eyeballing it to 2.5 or maybe 2.0 I didn't take the back wheels off and I am using some paintbrush plastic handles to estimate by putting it down there to see what fits in the gap. I would guess they are around 4 to 5mm on front and 2 to 2.5 on back. Tried to get a good look at the front pads. I just went out and jacked up the front and took off the wheels. Click to expand.Well viewers, here I am again and it is 14 months later

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