Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
HONDA S2000 (AP) 2.2 Vtec (AP2), HONDA S2000 (AP) 2.0 Vtec, HONDA S2000 (AP) 2.0 Vtec (AP1), HONDA S2000 (AP) 2.0 (AP1) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for S2000 (AP) and other HONDA models

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Brake pad set

Replacement: brake pads – HONDA S2000 (AP). List of the tools you'll need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      WD-40 spray
                    
                      Brake cleaner 
                    
                      Anti-squeal paste
                    
                      Copper grease 
                    
                      Combination spanner #12
                    
                      Combination spanner #17
                    
                      Drive socket # 12 
                    
                      Drive socket # 17 
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #19
                    
                      Brake caliper wind back tool
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Rubber mallet
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake pads – HONDA S2000 (AP). AUTODOC recommends:

Perform the replacement of brake pads in complete set for each axis. This provides effective braking.
The replacement procedure is identical for all brake pads on the same axle.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.

Replacement: brake pads – HONDA S2000 (AP). Recommended sequence of steps:

Step 1

Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 2

Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 3

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 4

Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.

Step 5

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. HONDA S2000 (AP)
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 8

Detach the parking brake cable from the bracket on the brake caliper. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a crowbar.
Step 9

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #12. Use a combination spanner #17.
Step 10

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – HONDA S2000 (AP). Professionals recommend:
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 S2000 (AP). AUTODOC experts recommend:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 12

Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – HONDA S2000 (AP). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 13

Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.

Replacement: brake pads – HONDA S2000 (AP). Tip:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 14

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – HONDA S2000 (AP). AUTODOC experts recommend:
Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 15

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 16

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 17

Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use a combination spanner #12. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a drive socket #12. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 23 Nm torque.
Step 18

Install the parking brake cable into the brake caliper bracket. Use a rubber mallet. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 19

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 20

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – HONDA S2000 (AP). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 21

Install the wheel.

Replacement: brake pads – HONDA S2000 (AP). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 22

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 23

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 108 Nm torque.
Step 24

Remove the jacks and chocks.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Replacement: brake pads – HONDA S2000 (AP). Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and top up if necessary.
Step 25

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.

AUTODOC recommends:
HONDA S2000 (AP) – Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until it feels firm.
Step 26

Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – HONDA S2000 (AP). AUTODOC recommends:
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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