Derek M

Is it a simple job to remove and inspect the front brake pads on the impreza. They are EBC green pads.

Or is there anything I should be aware of before caring out this proceedure. Is there any special tools I need and do I need copper grease to put them back in again?

Can anyone please advise.

I would be most grateful.

Derek.

Tim Bomford

easy job mate. Just get some copper slip for the bolts and the caliper side of the pads so they don't screach!

Tim

ricco

See :-

http://www.scoobynet.co.uk/bbs/thread.asp?threadid=91190

twinny

I replaced my front pads here the other day and I actually didn't use any tools at all.. Just my hands, so you can imagine how easy it is!

Dyney

You got quick release wheels then

twinny's right it is easy

twinny

Ok ;-) I forgot the wheels... After taking of the wheels then ;-) It's just a matter of flipping out the clip that secures the two bolts, and pull out both bolts. Then just take the pads out and insert the new ones.

Mikey Ace

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hi there...

just a teeny weeny word of caution, you'll need to inspect the condition of the pistons in the caliper before you fit new pads....

.. 1) old pads are thinner, therefore pistons have moved further out from the caliper body and are more likely to get crap on 'em (even though there's a seal)

2) new pads are thicker and mean you'll need to squeeze the pistons back into the calipers so, if they are dirty you'll run the risk of the pistons sticking and binding on... overheating = no stopping....

3) go to good motor shop, and buy a spray can of good contact cleaner - tell em' it's to clean brake dust and crap off caliper pistons. use this (if required) to clean the pistons prior to stuffing them back into the caliper bodies. Some people even rub a bit of NEW brake fluid round the piston to make sure they slide nice (ooeerr)

only my thoughts - even saying this it's about a 10 minute jobbie.. so enjoy !

Mikey