2006 Acura RL V6-3.5L Front Brake Pad Inspection

Front Brake Pad Inspection and Replacement
Special Tools Required
● Brake caliper piston compressor 07AAE-SEPA101
CAUTION:
Frequent inhalation of brake pad dust, regardless of material composition, could be hazardous to your health.
● Avoid breathing dust particles.
● Never use an air hose or brush to clean brake assemblies. Use an OSHA-approved vacuum cleaner.
Replacement
NOTE: Due to the high performance nature of the brake system, the rotors and pads may wear faster. Be sure to inspect the front rotor thickness anytime the front pads are replaced.
1. Raise the front of the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations.
2. Remove the front wheels.
3. Turn and twist out the clip (A) from the caliper hole (B), and pull the clip out from the pad pins (C).
4. Remove the pad pins (A) and the pad spring (B).
5. Remove the pad.
6. Clean the caliper thoroughly; remove any rust, and check for grooves and cracks.
7. Check the brake disc for damage and cracks.
8. Mount the brake caliper piston compressor on the caliper.
9. Press in the piston with the brake caliper piston compressor so that the caliper will fit over the pads. Make sure the piston boot is in position to prevent damaging it. NOTE: Be careful when pressing in the piston, the brake fluid might overflow from the master cylinders reservoir.
10. Remove the brake caliper piston compressor.

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