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Accord Front brake pads Install Guide

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Why do it

Performance pads bite harder and fade less than worn stock pads.

Tools you'll need

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Before you start

  • Pump the pedal until it's firm before you drive. Never let the caliper hang by its hose.
  • Pump the pedal until it's firm before you drive. Never let the caliper hang by its hose.
  • Pump the pedal until it's firm before you drive. Never let the caliper hang by its hose.
  • Pump the pedal until it's firm before you drive. Never let the caliper hang by its hose.
  • Pump the pedal until it's firm before you drive. Never let the caliper hang by its hose.

Steps

  1. Remove the caliper

    • Remove the wheel and caliper.
    Watch this step (TRQ, on a 2003-2007) (0:10–1:23)

  2. Remove the pads

    • Take out the old pads.
    Watch this step (1:23–2:31)

  3. Clean the bracket

    • Clean and prep the bracket.
    Watch this step (5:06–7:08)

  4. Put it back

    • Fit the new pads and refit the caliper.
    Watch this step (7:08–9:08)

  5. Prepare the caliper

    • Prepare and remove the caliper.
    Watch this step (TRQ, on a 2008-2012) (0:37–2:28)

  6. Service the bracket

    • Clean the bracket and pins.
    Watch this step (5:34–7:56)

  7. Fit the new pads

    • Fit the bracket, pads and caliper.
    Watch this step (7:56–9:16)

  8. Remove the brake

    • Take off the caliper and bracket.
    Watch this step (TRQ, on a 2013-17) (0:00–2:18)

  9. Clean the parts

    • Clean the caliper parts.
    Watch this step (4:49–7:23)

  10. Lube it

    • Lube the parts.
    Watch this step (7:23–8:58)

  11. Fit the new pads

    • Fit the pads and reassemble.
    Watch this step (8:58–11:53)

  12. Remove the caliper

    • Take off the caliper.
    Watch this step (Master Tech, on a 2018-2020) (1:39–3:59)

  13. Swap the pads

    • Replace the pads.
    Watch this step (3:59–7:05)

  14. Put it back

    • Refit and torque.
    Watch this step (7:05–11:18)

  15. Remove the caliper

    • Take off the caliper.
    Watch this step (Master Tech, on a 2018-2020) (1:39–3:59)

  16. Swap the pads

    • Replace the pads.
    Watch this step (3:59–7:05)

  17. Put it back

    • Refit and torque.
    Watch this step (7:05–11:18)

How to know it worked

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Safety first

  • Park on flat ground, set the parking brake and chock the wheels.
  • Never get under a car held up only by a jack. Use jack stands.
  • Let the engine and exhaust cool first.
  • Disconnect the battery before unplugging electrical parts.
  • Wear safety glasses.
  • If something doesn't match your car, stop and ask a shop.

Follow your part's instructions and your service manual's torque specs.

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