How to Replace Brake Pads and Rotors

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How to Replace Brake Pads and Rotors

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Learn the basics on how to replace brake pads and rotors on your vehicle. There are many types of braking systems, this of course depends on your make model and type of vehicle you own. However, there is still a basic method and process to changing out your brakes pads and rotors. If you would like help and step by step instruction on how to work on cars, plus learn the skill like a professional, follow this link below:

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In this video, I am replacing the brake pads and rotors on a 2000 Nissan Altima. This is just an example car, to show you generally how brakes are assembled and come apart. You will also learn a few techniques used by pros and things you should look for to do a good efficient brake job.

Learning how to replace brake pads and rotors yourself, can save you a lot of money. Most of the time, the parts for a brake job will run you under $250.00. In the case of this older car, the parts in total were $130. That was the purchase of two rotors, ceramic brake pads and the brake hardware kit. Most shops charge way too much for brake jobs, especially places like Firestone. I just learned that they are charging around $800 to do a brake job. That is a rip-off and a crime in my opinion.

Some trucks and mostly the older cars like in around and up to the 80's, use tapered bearings in the front rotors. I do not cover this in this video but you can watch a demonstration on how that process is done in this video here:
https://youtu.be/mbcuPs7b_EA

For a wide range of tools that are used, view here:
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Here is a list of some tools I use and mention in this video:
Impact Screwdriver Set: https://amzn.to/3pUbNl9
Caliper Piston Compressor Tool: https://amzn.to/3gyXHkW
Complete Caliper Piston Set: https://amzn.to/3cLtfTz
Brake Caliper Hangers: https://amzn.to/3pVI0s8
Disc Brake Caliper Lube: https://amzn.to/3xt9Bnf
Anti-Seize Lubricant: https://amzn.to/3wFcp0g
Disc Brake Quiet Spray: https://amzn.to/2UaqDIn

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