Front Brake Job

[Donmega884]

where did you get that cool little air tool?

[richpin06a]

@Donmega884 I think it was Home depot it is a Husky 3/8" Butterfly Impact Wrench.

[rileysowner]

Thanks for this video. It was very helpful when I was doing the brakes on our SL1. Of course no work happens on a vehicle without finding other things. I discovered the boot on the drivers side tie-rod got damaged somewhere along the line. So I will have more work to do in the future. Not to mention now that the brakes are not grinding, I hear other things I couldn't before.

[bmacAK47]

Would those anti rattle clips cause the brakes to squeal or grind when coming to a stop? I just installed new pads and rotors on my 97 Saturn and the brakes squeal pretty bad when stopping.

[richpin06a]

@bmacAK47 Those clips do prevent squealing.

[bmacAK47]

@richpin06a Thank you sir!

[larryt7001]

OK COME ON!!! Grease on the BACK of the brake pads to prevent squeaking? I am laughing my ass off right now!!!

[thec4ke]

@larryt7001 Yes, you grease where ever the rear of the pad makes contact with metal to prevent squealing. Greasing the front of the pads is dangerous and useless.

[omarG19100]

@richpin06a to cure the reverse slam from one of the forums i read i did this trikk called the wolfmans reverse cure, by lettin the car idle in (R) with the E brake up for 20-30 mins, but now by doin that it seems i leaking coolant 0_o? Any ideas of what might have happened?

[richpin06a]

@omarG19100 I do not think one has anything to do with the other just one of those things.Next step is to track down the leak.

[omarG19100]

@richpin06a sometimes after i drive a few days the radio dash whwere it tells u the time says clean?, but when i disconnect the batt it goes away to jus come bakk. any ideas? is the batt connection dirty or something?

[nullx86]

Richpin, im trying to go and replace my front brakes on my 03 Vue. I cannot for the life of me find where I should use the jackstands on it. Any tips would be most helpful. Thanks.

[richpin06a]

@nullx86 I have not worked on a vue to give you a definitive answer but i have worked on some vehicles that i could not find a normal place for the stands so i used the pinch rails.If they are rusted you do not want to put a stand in that location though.

[nullx86]

@richpin06a pinch rails are the two pieces of metal that are "pinched" for lack of better term, right next to the doors? Soory, noob to car terminology. Any other safe spots to do this?

[richpin06a]

@nullx86 The pinch rails are at the bottom of the rocker panels which go from the front wheel opening to the rear wheel opening.The pinch rails are were most cars are jacked from with the stock jack.

[nullx86]

@richpin06a ah, awesome. Got it, thanks man. Hopefully this brake job goes smoothly. Thanks for the tips ;)

[nullx86]

@richpin06a pinch rails are the two pieces of metal that are "pinched" for lack of better term, right next to the doors? Soory, noob to car terminology. Any other safe spots to do this?

[thagonzp]

good taste in music and VERY good vids keep it up richpin! i have an 01 sc1 and I watch al your videos to help me out because i had no clue as to what i should do so I thank you good sir

[NinjightNationCorp]

Very informative and helpful to someone who has no clue what is on the car or how to get the pieces off. Thank you from all of youtube for posting your videos.

[omarG19100]

@richpin06a they looked normal to me. i didnt see any cracked or wear in it. and seriously i think im the first to swap the pads besides the dealer lol. im thinking rotors because they look like brown though i sprayed it with brake cleaner lol.

[richpin06a]

@omarG19100 Yes i would replace the rotors if you have not already.

[omarG19100]

@agretchen4U CUDOS to u standing up to this job. not alot of chicks around my way would dare attempt this. HOPE ALL IS WELL.

[omarG19100]

@richpin06a i did the brake job but it still sqeaks after i put the lub on the back of the pads. i mean after i do the job it will be fine/smooth for like 2days then after tht it will start again. MAB ITS THE ROTORS THATS BAD? or the lub tht i have sux ballz lol?

[richpin06a]

@omarG19100 How are the clips that hold in the pads.

[corvair1966monza]

Great video! A couple of questions... I have a 1993 SW2, which has rear disk brakes. Is the replacement procedure essentially the same for early S-series cars with rear disks?

Also, what is that tool called that you used to compress the piston and can you just buy it at a FLAPS? If so, is there a particular size needed for the Saturn S or is it a universal size? Thanks!

[richpin06a]

@corvair1966monza The rear disk brakes are essentially the same except you will need the tool i have to rotate the piston back in it's bore.I bought my at AutoZone part # 27111

[corvair1966monza]

@richpin06a Thanks!

[geepcj2a]

Great video! Everything I needed to know was in here. Excellent. Thank You!

[omarG19100]

@richpin06a i pumped the brakes after i let the car down. is tht bad?

[richpin06a]

@omarG19100 No as long as you set the pads before you start driving.

[omarG19100]

OH OK THANKS.

[omarG19100]

@richpin064 1 more thing is it safe to spray wd-40 on ur drive belt or should io jus use belt dressing?

[richpin06a]

@omarG19100 I personalty do not use anything on the belt to make it perform better i replace the belt always.

[omarG19100]

@richpin064 thanks man

[omarG19100]

@richpin064 mab u dont remember of me asking u how to remove a damaged/stuck lug nut stud off. but u told me to saw it off. if i do tht and the wheel falls off how do i remove the remaining piece of the stud off the car, and when replacing with new stud do u screw it bakk on? hope i didnt confuse u THANKS.

[richpin06a]

@omarG19100 The normal way to remove the broken stud is with a hammer and sometimes a punch.To install the new stud just draw it into place with the lug nut.

[shaggythemaster]

That cricket and Dire Streets on the background makes the difference...many can do this but not everybody has the right motivational background.

Good job.

[richpin06a]

@shaggythemaster As long as the cricket stays out in the garage i will be happy.

[agretchen4u]

I have an around the house tool box, and my dad had the 19 mm socket I really needed. But with a little elbow grease ( the roter was rusted to the wheel so I had to pound to off ) Driver side done today! Other side tomorrow. But again thank you so much!! You gave me the confidence to try it with the step by steps and video, girls can get dirty too! :)

[agretchen4u]

TThank you so much for this video, I will save a ton $. Im a chick and Im gonna do this today on my own!!!

[richpin06a]

@agretchen4u So cool that you can work on your own car do you have many tools.

[omarG19100]

can i use a vice grip instead,or i jus better in vest into this tool set?

[richpin06a]

@omarG19100 You can use a large channel lock type pliers or C clamp.

[omarG19100]

@richpin064 Not to cut corners or anything but using the disk brake caliber tool. Y must u push it back in?. If u dont will it not fit or something?

[omarG19100]

@richpin wht is tht thing called to push the brake thing back in the caliber. u said a c-clamp or something like tht. is wht u have called the c-clamp?

[richpin06a]

@omarG19100 It is called a Disc Brake Caliper Tool Set AutoZone part number 27111

[Believe6]

Thank God they're bolt ons. I was fearing changing pressed on rotors this weekend for my folks.

[richpin06a]

@Believe6 It is your lucky day

[omarG19100]

Oh ok thanks again man

[omarG19100]

but do u have to have both wheels off the ground?

[richpin06a]

@omarG19100 Yes i do but you can do one side at a time if you wish.

[omarG19100]

@richpin06a but do u HAVE to have both wheels off the ground? Will it hurt anything if u lift one wheel at a time. not tht im lazy but i only have 1 jack lol.

[omarG19100]

@richpin06a u da man mannn lol. i have the same car and i think i need new pads on dem thangs. so thanks to this video and the nice wheather i can do this my self. THANKS MAN(BIG TIME).

[oef0708saturn]

hey richpin need some help saw you vids on s-series trans disassemble followed and now i got problem the trans is locked up email me please really need some help. what did i screw up

[richpin06a]

@oef0708saturn But I have not done any Saturn s-series transmission disassemble videos

[mmadden123]

I just replaced pads & rotors on both of my saturns sl's - just wanted to thank you for all your efforts, you're much appreciated!

[rossafeldman]

@richpin06a I just have to say how grateful I am for this video and all the videos you have done. My SL1 is celebrating it's 10th Birthday and I want to keep her running for as long as she will let me (just hit 312k miles). There just doesn't seem to be a new car that is American designed and built with long term quality in mind sold at an affordable price. Anyway, I JUST finished doing my first brake job and it was soooo much easier with your video as a guide! THANK YOU AGAIN!

[1ike3]

when i was compressing the Caliper piston it started to leak, can it be fixed or just needs to be replaced?

[richpin06a]

@1ike3 I have seen were the piston comes out to far and leaks and can be put back and be ok.If in doubt replace it.

[ahlborgify]

Does the brake pad "hook onto" the clip or sit inside it??

[richpin06a]

@ahlborgify inside the retainer

[ahlborgify]

@richpin06a Thanks...one more question...does the retainer clip act as the spring that pushes the pad away from the rotor when the caliper is released?? I seem to be having some draging when I am driving.

[richpin06a]

@ahlborgify No the retainer does not push the pad away from the rotor .Check the guide pinbolts or the caliper piston they would lead to excess dragging.

[ahlborgify]

@richpin06a Is it possible that the guidepin bolts are tightened to much?? Also, how do you check to see it the caliper piston is functioning correctly??

[richpin06a]

@ahlborgify The guide pins have to move freely in the caliper mount.You check the caliper piston for friction when compressing it after you have installed the pads.

[MisterHighway]

Most excellent video. I am looking to replace my sisters brakes on her 2008 Aura XR and was told that this video is nearly the same job. Even if it wasn't, it was a great video to show the nuances in changing out your average brakes. Very cool and thanks for your time and effort. Keep on monkey-wrenching in a way that we all learn to explore our inner mechanic! 5 stars!

[ellenal]

Once again Rich you make it look so easy. Your video's are very well done to show exactly what to do. I finished replacing the starter with your help and am now going to do front brake pads in our Saturn SW2. I really appreciate your work. Thanks again.

[hp11208]

rich u like working on saturn

[bearhamo]

Thanks for making this video. Question I have is if rotor is causing steering wheel to shimmy is it automatically shot or can they be surfaced? Thank you.

[richpin06a]

@bearhamo If they are not down to the minimum allowable thickness you can resurface them.

[fratermanor]

I replaced the pad and rotors about 2 weeks ago using the advice from richpin. Worked great. My sincerest thanks. Saved me at least a couple hundred dollars.

[MIGUELTERCERO]

thank u so much Rich...i like your pet.......lol

[infinentj]

By the way my car is a 2000 saturn sl2! thanks

[infinentj]

By the way my car is a 2000 saturn sl2! thanks

[infinentj]

when i press on my break peddle, i hear a sound coming from the right fron break area, the car would kinf of shutter from theat spot, so i investigated, i pulled the tire off and could find nothing wrong with the break system, however i noticed the torque strut mount needed to be replaced, in doing so, im still having the same problem! do you have any advice? thanks...keith roberts!

[tetra021]

I am going to order some new rotors for my saturn. They are slightly warped and are driving me nuts.

[efemall]

on both sides the bottom 14mm caliper bolt was very difficult to pull out, and put back in. while the top slid right out. will this affect braking or just a pain when replacing pads?

[richpin06a]

If it does not slid easy it will wear your pads out faster.

[atoxx1]

Hey! richpin06a I used the grease packets from auto zone, for my brake pads. I don't think I put enough grease on my brake pads. Now they are starting to squeal. Is this just a noise problem, or should I do them over again?!!!!!!1

[richpin06a]

You might have to replace the clips that hold in the shoes.

[kungfujellybean]

Thank you SO much richpin! Just finished my first front brake job and everything worked out great. No squeaks or squeels and excellent stopping power.

Thanks again!

[kungfujellybean]

Thank you so much for this!

I was wondering how I could tell if I need new rotors?

[richpin06a]

One way to tell your rotors are in bad shape is when you step on the brake if the steering wheel moves around slightly.

[Redskies08]

very informative thank you

[evilacme]

just a question. what would be the consequences if I do not use the clamp to compress the piston?

where would i buy such a tool?

[richpin06a]

You will not be able to install your new pads.

[macinenterprise]

Thank you for this very informative video. I was able to do my own brake job and save money. Well, I was saving money until I discovered I was using imperial tools to remove the metric caliper bolts, and I stripped the head of one of the bolds and had to buy a stripped head bolt removal tool. I wish I had paid more attention to the fact that YOU NOTED it was a 14mm bolt. Anyway, after that stupid mistake everything was smooth thanks to you.

[Thefreakiestshow]

Thank you SO much for this excellent video!

I am about to try to replace my caliper bracket tomorrow ( in the pouring rain) because last time I didn't know what I was doing and snapped a caliper bolt off. Considering I know next to nothing about cars and am doing this by myself I have been very nervous. Your excellent informative video just calmed my nerves GREATLY!

Thank you again, sir. Excellent job!

[domandkim]

Hi Rich Pin, great video. I am a mechanical engineer, and work as a Director of Quality. I'm a bit of a gear head and do all my own work. I thought to watch this video to get some tips before I started the job. I wanted to let you know I think your informational / instructional video is first class, a really great production. Thanks for the time and effort you put forth for all of us out here interested in saving a few bucks. Well done! Keep it coming. Dominick from Exton, PA.

[bawoodson]

Thanks a ton I was wondering If i would do this myself next time I needed them. With this video I think it'd be no biggie. Thanks man.

[marktamca]

Great video, Rich. Do you need to bleed the brake lines doing a front brake job? Thanks!

[richpin06a]

You do not need to bleed the brakes when doing your brake job.

[Csabika30NY]

Good video, but I would add one more thing to it. I usually pump out the piston from the calliper (not to fall out, or leak oil). Then I take WD-40 with a small nylon tube that I insert under the boot surrounding the piston, and I spray oil under the boot. Then I press back the caliper piston with that tool that you've got, I do this 2 or 3 times by moving the piston out and moving it back ( another person is needed to pump). The reason for this is to make sure your piston is working freely.

[richpin06a]

You do not need to bleed the brakes when doing your brake job.

[marktamca]

Thanks, Rich. Front brake job went quick and easy! Doing the rear brakes tomorrow.

[DrewTylerWho]

My wallet loves you Rich.

[vietdungex]

I am a newbie, I get 3 brakes need to be changed (both front and 1 rear right). Since I has seen many videos, I figured out your video and another are the best. I signed up to say thank you. Love you man.

[richpin06a]

love you back.....lol

[solarwinds11]

Hey, I just wanted to say I signed up to youtube just to say thank you! I changed my own brakes today for the first time and its all thanks to your video- great job good camera angle- stays in focus and clear instructions. I had a rotor problem but made it over that bump and I just want you to know you made a difference for this girl! I am looking at your other vidoes now, thank you thank you!

[suprchrgr]

With new rotors and pads, I got these down to 15 mins., including drive-in, drive-out. Gravy, baby!

[LNMRMN]

Thanks for the video. It made the job so much easier !!!!

[generatrix999]

Rich, Saturn hates you, we love you.

Excellent!

Cricket just wants to live, love him. Cricket's not out to put you in debt, repo your hse or car.

[ripcurl367]

Just did this project -- your video was invaluable. Thanks for posting!

[youscoup]

Great as always.

[samchungrrt]

Great as always. Much better close-ups compared to the previous version. Can't stand the "cricket" chirping from 4 minutes to the end. Thanks again!

[richpin06a]

That is my pet cricket,i did not know he was in the garage while i was filming.

[latestgood]

Hello,

What's the name of the power tool your using to unscrew and screw?

[richpin06a]

That is a Butterfly Impact Wrench.

[EatMyDust999]

awesome man!, thanks!