Couple other things - don't use grease-grease! Use synthetic brake caliper grease. Worked on several cars where someone had used regular grease, and it made the rubber swell so much I almost couldn't get it apart. Also, look at the back of your pads. The set with the wide spaced pins goes towards the piston, the narrow pins one go outboard.
Good video not sure why those 11 people gave this a thumbs down. Like I always say though, everyone is entitled to their opinion no matter how ignorant or wrong they are.
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If you pull the caliper slider pins all out - make note that they are different top/bottom! One has a rubber collar, one doesn't. I don't think it matters which is which, just don't put 2 rubbers on one wheel and 2 solid on the other. You know, if you do the "big pile of parts" routine.
If you can't get the Torx screw out of the rotor you're going to have to drill it out. I wouldn't worry about replacing it it's only there to hold the rotor on tight while you're putting the caliber and pads on once you put your wheel on and tighten the lug nuts that will fasten the rotor to the hub
Great video! Ty. I changed all the pads and had the rotors turned in no time. One question, each of the outside pads were significantly more worn down than their corresponding inner pads, is this an issue?
Looks like one of the old brake pads wore down much more than the other. I noticed that on the Terrain/Equinox vehicles when I did rotors / brake pads swap-outs. Especially on the front. I imagine there was a lot of vibration when braking.
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+M Rob No, the front and rear are not identical and can not be interchanged. They typically are a different size in diameter and need to be installed in the correct location. Thanks for the question.
So wait, did you take the cap off the brake fluid revivor before depressing the caliper piston? That's kind of an important step if you don't want the cap to get blown off while depressing the piston. Also purpose built piston depressors aren't that expensive. I'd think working in a shop you'd have had one.
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Great video, don’t forget to pump the brake petal after starting before shifting into gear. Need to pump the pistons back up!
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When pushing the caliper piston back, you should use one of the old brake pads against the piston to keep from damaging it.
Also, you should note that you should open up the brake fluid reservoir cap to relieve pressure when pushing the piston back.
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don't forget to push the brake pedal when u take the pads out it adds extra mobility for future brakes
Couple other things - don't use grease-grease! Use synthetic brake caliper grease. Worked on several cars where someone had used regular grease, and it made the rubber swell so much I almost couldn't get it apart.
Also, look at the back of your pads. The set with the wide spaced pins goes towards the piston, the narrow pins one go outboard.
Good video not sure why those 11 people gave this a thumbs down. Like I always say though, everyone is entitled to their opinion no matter how ignorant or wrong they are.
I need to change my brakes soon I will use this video thank you ! I've never done this before and it'll cost so much to have the dealer do it !
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Nice video only thing different is I’d use the old pad to push the piston in
Yep it's a pain getting the rotors off in Canada too. Nothing the BFH couldn't handle. Thanks for the video
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COST !!! Here ya go, if you want to know how much you're saving by DIY? At dealerships, GMC Terrain Brake jobs: $380 Per Axle (Labor included) on average in most of the U.S. Cities. GMC Terrain brake pads usually last between 30,000 and 70,000 miles depending on your driving habits. --Sidenote: If you're going to replace fronts do both side including rears too. NEVER half do a job. You'll be sorry in the future. Again this is a GREAT Video and will save you some serious cash. Thanks again for this video. I have done all my previous vehicle repairs myself. This is the first ("NEW SUV") I have ever owned and planning the work myself.
Tip: If the piston has a lot of resistance you can remove the cap from the brake fluid reservoir and it will help alleviate the pressure.
If you pull the caliper slider pins all out - make note that they are different top/bottom! One has a rubber collar, one doesn't. I don't think it matters which is which, just don't put 2 rubbers on one wheel and 2 solid on the other. You know, if you do the "big pile of parts" routine.
Nicely produced video. Good camera work and editing.
Cool trick about the rotor torex. Didnt think of that for my smart car. Making adjustments! Thanks! :)
Thank you for this! I appreciate your knowledge!
Is this going to be the same for a 2012 GMC Terrain?
Thank you sooo much for making this video it help me out BIG BIG TIME thank you again
Great job ! Thanks for being detailed oriented!
Proper torque wrench procedure 1 click. Double click or more increases final torque
Great video, now I have to do the same thing on my 2015
If you can't get the Torx screw out of the rotor you're going to have to drill it out. I wouldn't worry about replacing it it's only there to hold the rotor on tight while you're putting the caliber and pads on once you put your wheel on and tighten the lug nuts that will fasten the rotor to the hub
This is spot on excpt bring a big hammer if it is stuck really bad. Took a 4lbs shop hammer to break ours loose.
Great video! Ty. I changed all the pads and had the rotors turned in no time. One question, each of the outside pads were significantly more worn down than their corresponding inner pads, is this an issue?
This is awesome! Thanks guys!
Looks like one of the old brake pads wore down much more than the other. I noticed that on the Terrain/Equinox vehicles when I did rotors / brake pads swap-outs. Especially on the front. I imagine there was a lot of vibration when braking.
Great video 10/10. Going to use this for my 2015 sierra later this week !!
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Great Video! Very Talented.
Are these new rotors coated? If so, I was told that you need to spray them down with brake cleaner.
Maybe you should watch the entire video buddy?
Touche my chunky albino friend, touche
Always Wipe New rotors with Degreaser agent. Some have Coatings that if not removed will frost the pads and glaze the rotors
So, do you have to release some pressure from the bleeder nut when depressing the the piston?
are the rears the same way? Or do you need a special tool for twisting the caliper piston back in?
quick question.....are the rear and front rotors identical?? can they be interchanged or is there a difference? Thank you!! great video.
+M Rob No, the front and rear are not identical and can not be interchanged. They typically are a different size in diameter and need to be installed in the correct location. Thanks for the question.
Not to mention that the rear ones are disc/drum combo for the parking brake!
So wait, did you take the cap off the brake fluid revivor before depressing the caliper piston? That's kind of an important step if you don't want the cap to get blown off while depressing the piston. Also purpose built piston depressors aren't that expensive. I'd think working in a shop you'd have had one.
excellent my friend
Nice video- I would have taken a wire brush around the hub to knock off some rust before applying never seize.
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so if you're just changing the pads does the caliper bracket still have to come off?
Great video! TY
Doing this in 17F weather. Yaaayyy!! lol.
Don't you have to put some grease on the back of the pads before you put the caliber back on?
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No all that's going to do is cause dust and dirt to stick to it.
Do you have to replace the rotors?
+TheKidaldrin Rotors do not have to be replaced at the same time as the pads.
Is the process the same for the back?
+Martin Ksepka It may be a similar process. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com
I did not see it in the video , but what was the 22mm socket used for ? The lug nuts possibly?
Yup the lug nuts are 22mm
Yes
Great video. Thank you
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Make sure not to press brakes to hard for the first afew hundred miles so the brakes can set nice even immersion
Do you have bleed the brake system?
No
Are you serious? How come?
Is that piece of metal behind the rotor necessary? It looks like a "C" Its loose on my car and is making alot of noise when I drive
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What size is the c clamp
Is the same for Denali models?
+Richard Booth Yes it should be the same process. Thanks, 1A Auto
you ship to canada?
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For replacing just the brakes, I wouldn’t have to remove the rotor, correct?
The rotors do not need to be removed if you are just changing the pads. Thanks for watching! +Isaac Reid
I think I over tighten my lug nuts
Did it bother anyone else that he touched the new brake pads/ rotors with dirty gloves? I’m assuming he wiped them down.
Lug torque is 140 ft pounds not 125.
he's doing the passenger side right
Yes. +ivjjr