How to Replace Front Brake Pads

Start by raising and supporting the vehicle with jack stands and remove the two front wheels. Then remove the two bolts out of the brake caliber.  Pull the caliber away from the rotor, use a metal hanger or bungee to hold the caliber up without stressing the brake hose.  Remove the two brake pads by pulling them out.  Some vehicles may have a metal bracket that holds pads which is also held on by two bolts, these usually are larger than the caliber bolts.  Remove the two bolts and pull the bracket away from the rotor, slide the rotor off of the hub.  Slide the new rotor onto the hub, but be careful not to get dirt and grease on the new brake rotor or brake pads.  Clean the metal bracket that holds the brake pads with a wire brush if necessary and lubricate with a silicone based grease.  Set the new pads in the metal bracket, and slide the metal bracket back into place.  Put the two bolts back in and tighten them, and take the brake caliber off of the hanger or bungee.  Get a large C clamp or large pliers and push the piston back into the caliber.  Slide the caliber back into place over the brake pads.  Insert two caliber bolts and tighten the two bolts.  Make sure that there is no grease or dirt on the brake rotor, if there is spray with brake cleaner.  Put wheel and tire back on making sure to torque the lug nuts to specification.  Do the same procedure for the other side of the vehicle.  Make sure to pump brake pedal until it feels firm before trying to drive.