Replacing Break Pad
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Replacing Break Pad
2000 c5 corvette do I need any special tools. I have the pads, but I;m not sure how to do the job. HELP Corvette team!!
Last edited by thevelvetglove; Jul 29, 2006 at 10:58 PM. Reason: Typo
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St. Jude Donor '06
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remove caliper by loosening the two 15mm caliper bolts found at the rear top and bottom of the caliper. You'll need a 18mm box end to keep the pin from turning while removing these bolts. These bolts are only tighten to about 10-15 ft-lbs making removal very easy. A dab of blue loctite should be used on these upon re-assembly(clean the bolts first with a wire brush)
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Actually you only need to remove one of the caliper guide pin bolts. This permits the caliper to swing on the bracket and let you change the pads. If you are using OEM pads you should have new bolts with thread locker already on them as part of the kit. OEM pads cost a little more but you get more parts for the price.
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