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brake pad change.. easy or dfficult

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Old 10-21-2006, 02:14 AM
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Does any body help out with a HOW to CHANGE brake pads w/ pics?

my brake pads are sqeaking really loud and I want 2 change them out myself....

any suggestion for what type of brake pads to change to?
 
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Old 10-21-2006, 11:38 PM
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It's not too hard. I got replacements for mine at O'Reillys auto parts. They were about $70 and came with the little sensors. It took me two hours in the dark with a flashlight. I can't imagine why yours would be squeeking. If the pads wear down far enough they allow the sensors to contact the disc and complete the circuit that turns the brake warning lamp on. Hence you wouldn't expect squeeking/grinding without warning light coming on.

My discs were pretty worn and I intend to replace them as soon as I get some new batteries for my flashlight.
 
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Old 10-22-2006, 02:14 AM
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I think the sqeuking is coming from the rear .... when I back up , & press on the brakes I can

hear a clicking noise ... I might just jack up the car this weekend a take a look... there has to be somthing

loose ...[:@]
 
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Old 11-24-2006, 05:46 PM
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Easy - about three hours. Just did my 02 C230K this week - rotors and pads all the way around. My mechanic skills are novice at best but I am an ambitious DIYer.
 
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Old 11-26-2007, 03:20 PM
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I just changed my brakes on my 2005 C230, I cant believe how easy it was.. around the easiest ive ever done.
 
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Old 11-26-2007, 11:02 PM
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It,s amazing how much the stealership charges for this job. even if you take your rotors to be resurfaced(if enough left), the job probably cost you about 140 for all four wheels. the dealer charges about three hundred aside.
 
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Old 11-27-2007, 10:26 PM
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I have the same problem. Is there a DIY guide/pictures that you guys can share please?
 
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