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G8 Front brake pads Install Guide
Your G8
Pick your year to see what fits.
This page covers the US G8 GT.
Fresh pads
Medium$80–$1201 hr
Why do it
Keeps the front brakes strong.
Tools you'll need
- Jack and 4 jack stands
- Socket set
- C-clamp or piston tool
- Brake grease
- Brake cleaner
- Torque wrench
Starting out? See our budget tool list.
Parts to buy
- Raybestos front pads MGD1351CH Lists the 2008-2009 G8 GT.Fits 2008–2009
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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.
Steps
Remove the old pads
- Unbolt the caliper and bracket.
Refit it all
- Fit the new pads and pump the pedal.
How to know it worked
- Brake pedal is firm before the car moves.
- Bed the new pads in with several firm stops.
- No grinding or squealing.
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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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