How To Replace Disc Brake Pads

How to replace the rear brake pads on a 00' Ford Expedition yourself.... Even if you dont have an expedition the process and concepts are all generally the same for any cars with Disc Brakes

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[MrFarmBoy0909]

i recently just changed my brakes myself in the front of my expedition, but now if i let my car sit for a day or two, it feels like the brakes are not retracting and i cant even move my car even if i press the gas pedal. the e-brake is off too

[croom9]

@MrFarmBoy0909 I have a feeling its your slide pins, my superduty did the same thing check out the video i have of f250 brakes they are obviously a little different looking but they still have those pins and the problem can be the same, I'll also send a message with the video in case you have trouble finding the one im talking about

GOOD LUCK

[lsbproductions01]

I have a 2002 chevy suburban do I need to take the master cylinder off as when before changing the pads? and by the way this video was helpful

[croom9]

@lsbproductions01 I suggest unscrewing the brake fluid cap whenever you push the caliper pistons back in, people have told me it was a waste of my time but i say better to be safe than sorry, it doesnt take much pressure to rupture a seal in a 10 year old master cylinder then you have a leak that progressively gets worse and ends up costing you at least 60 bones for a new one..... it only takes a second to unscrew the cap lol!!

[yourbudd]

Thank you!!!!! You are the Man!!!!!! Who needs a book when you have dudes that post videos like these to help you. Awesome saved a ton of money

[croom9]

@yourbudd Thats what im here for! lol I hate buying those over priced chiltons.... plus to get "the whole story" you have to buy a Haynes manual too.... I think they are in cahoots together in order to drum up business, If theres anything else you need help with dont hesitate to shoot me a message and i'll do my best to throw a video together for you!

[lyleskaalid]

Never trust a jack always have a back up ie. jack stand. blocks of wood. Nice job.

[klashpepsi]

@Awarreness i would say there is a distribution block on most master cylinders, most are setup to balance your braking, usually with front wheel drive cars it is set 60 / 40 60 to the front and 40 to the back giving more braking to the drive wheels, so in the case of the expedition i am guessing it is rear wheel drive or four wheel drive, and they would be set up 40 / 60 with the 40 front 60 back, so you get more braking to the rear wheels, so you would potentially wear out the rear first,

[klashpepsi]

@Ashitanoyuki a 6in C clamp will accomadate most disc brake calipers, not used in this video but i use the old brake pad on the piston so the C clamp does not do any damage to the piston, just leave the rear pad in place push the piston back then remove the old pad and put the new one in place

[terryb999]

You did not turn your rotors?

[Ashitanoyuki]

What size c clamp did you use?

[Awarreness]

Greetings,

Thanks for the advice on how to change the brake pads. I have a question regarding my 2001 Ford Expedition. This is the second time I have had to replace the rear brake pads. I checked the front pads and they are hardly worn. Do you have any thoughts on why my front pads are wearing so slowly? Thank you.

[w29bum]

Did.you forget to put the new clips on? I have a Ford f350

[nookncrannydayton]

Enjoyed watching. Lots of good info. Thanks

Nook n Cranny Dayton, OH

[croom9]

@Loafemup im glad you enjoyed the video, hope you learned something useful!!!!!!

[lawncarebyreuben]

wish the camera view was closer , good video

[1966MustangConv]

Good Video. I have two questions. 1-Should I torque the Slide Bolts? If so do you know the torque setting?. Also should I use caliper grease on the brake tabs and the back of the pads to prevent noise?