How to change front brake pads on Honda Accord VIII CU – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
HONDA ACCORD VIII (CU) 3.5 i,
HONDA ACCORD VIII (CU) 2.4 i,
HONDA ACCORD VIII (CU) 2.2 i-DTEC (CU3),
HONDA ACCORD VIII (CU) 2.2 i-DTEC (CU3),
HONDA ACCORD VIII (CU) 2.0 i (CU1)
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change front brake pads / front brake pad set on HONDA ACCORD 8 (CU2) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for ACCORD VIII (CU) and other HONDA models
Tie the caliper to the suspension or to the body with a wire without disconnecting from the brake hose to prevent depressurization of the brake system.Make sure that the brake caliper is not hanging on the brake hose.Don't press the brake pedal after the brake caliper has been removed. As a result, the piston can fall out from the brake cylinder, and brake fluid leakage and depressurization of the system may occur. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 11
Remove the brake pads.
Replacement: brake pads – Honda Accord VIII CU. Tip from AUTODOC:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 12
Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – Honda Accord VIII CU. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 13
Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 14
Treat the brake caliper bracket where it contacts the brake pads. Use anti-squeal paste.
Replacement: brake pads – Honda Accord VIII CU. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 15
Install new brake pads.
Replacement: brake pads – Honda Accord VIII CU. Tip from AUTODOC:
Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 16
Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use a drive socket #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 35 Nm torque.
Step 17
Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – Honda Accord VIII CU. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 18
Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 19
Install the wheel.
Replacement: brake pads – Honda Accord VIII CU. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 20
Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 21
Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 108 Nm torque.
Step 22
Remove the jacks and chocks.
Replacement: brake pads – Honda Accord VIII CU. AUTODOC recommends:
Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 23
Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.
AUTODOC recommends:
Honda Accord VIII CU – Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until it feels firm.
Step 24
Close the hood.
Replacement: brake pads – Honda Accord VIII CU. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Slow down smoothly for first 150-200 km after the brake pads replacement. Avoid unneccessary and sharp braking to a stop.
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