Rear Disc Brake Pads
#1
Rear Disc Brake Pads
I replaced the rear disc brake pads on my 2002 XG350.While attempting to install the padsI met with much resistance and the only way I gould get the pads to go fully on, was to use a c-clamp. The problem with that was the rotor would now rub on the pads. Is there a trick to installing these pads? Thanks.
#2
RE: Rear Disc Brake Pads
I changed the front pads on my 2004 XG350i this weekend and they slid in easily.The caliper removed easily and I was able to collapse the pistons slowly with a small 'C' clamp. The caliper then slid over the pads with no problem. I think it took longer to jack the car up and remove the wheel then it did to change the pads.
#3
RE: Rear Disc Brake Pads
The pistons on the calipers need to be pushed back into the calipers. However, unlike front calipers, the rears can't just be pushed back in with a C-clamp. They need to be rotated clockwise while pushing. There are a few versions a tool to accomplish this:
Here's what I use (cheap and small). It goes on the end of a ratchet extension like a socket:
Nicer but costs more:
See this thread for more info:
https://www.hyundaiforum.com/m_7766/tm.htm
Here's what I use (cheap and small). It goes on the end of a ratchet extension like a socket:
Nicer but costs more:
See this thread for more info:
https://www.hyundaiforum.com/m_7766/tm.htm
#5
RE: Rear Disc Brake Pads
I had no problem making the piston retract. The problem I had was putting in the pads. When I pushed one end of the pad into the spring clips, the other end of the same pad would pop out.
#6
RE: Rear Disc Brake Pads
I've heard that sometimes the "ears" that ride in the guides need to be ground down/filed down a little. I'm getting ready to do my rear discs soon on my Elantra so I'll be getting some first-hand experience with this stuff.
#7
RE: Rear Disc Brake Pads
Thanks for the tip. Since I have had no previous experience with Hyundai rear disc brakes, I did not know if the pads were supposed to fit very tight. I will take your advice. Thanks again.
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07-25-2010 06:13 PM