Brake disk/pads replacement

Silent Bob

Silent Bob

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I'd like to replace the brake disks and pads on my 2002 Celica for something better than the standard ones as I'm off to a track day at the end of the month.

I'd really like to replace them myself over a weekend but don't really know where to start. The most I've done before is changing tyres and air filter.

Could anyone tell me whether it's very straight forward or have any guides, that would be great.

Thanks
 
Changing pads/discs is a pretty easy job provided you have the right tools. A decent socket set and few other bits (possibly hex keys etc) should be enough.
I dont know if the guide that Leon done is still hanging around, it wont be exactly the same as that, but it'll be close enough to guide you.
Best bet is to buy a Haynes manual for your car, it'll guide you step-by-step.
 
moss said:
Changing pads/discs is a pretty easy job provided you have the right tools. A decent socket set and few other bits (possibly hex keys etc) should be enough.
I dont know if the guide that Leon done is still hanging around, it wont be exactly the same as that, but it'll be close enough to guide you.
Best bet is to buy a Haynes manual for your car, it'll guide you step-by-step.
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I'm with the above. Discs and pads arent that hard to do. Haynes manuel may stop you making any daft mistakes though. Although I do find they have a habit of overcomplicating things. I suppose they have to though!
 
It's one of those jobs that when you did the first time it can be a bit of a pain but once you've done it once its fine. Lopez wrote a good guide in the sticky.
 
I would also take some time to look at how the rear brakes are set up (IIRC they are disc brakes on the rear of the Celica) as the pistons can be a right PITA sometimes. You can buy specific 'piston winders' for the MR2 which makes the job a whole lot easier.

If you are looking for a good performance upgrade, I would consider changing the brake hoses (just the rubbery bit) for braided hoses. It makes for a more responsive pedal.

It is easy enough to do in a day with plenty of forward preparation (i.e. making sure you have the right tools). As above really, a really big breaker bar and a decent socket and hex-key set should get you on your way.

For track use, I would put a fluid change high on your list if you aren't going to replace the hoses. It should help to eliminate brake fade too early on.
 
I always thought breaker bars were basically a tube that goes over the end of a normal tool, live and learn! Afaik rear brakes can be a bit more complex, depending on the design. On my car for example there is the hand brake arrangement to be considered, whereas the fronts are simple.
 
I did the brakes on my clio last week for the first time. It was fairly easy once you knew what to do. You'll need hex keys (well i did to get the disk off), a long socket, a hammer and some brute force!!!
I dont know if ** cars the same, but i on the back of the caliper are two bolts holding it to the car, undo those, slide it off, then replace pads. The disks will need the retaining bolts on the front removed then a hammer to get them off. Fitting is the reverse lol
Well, thats what its like on a clio, it will prob be completely different on your car lol

Tom
 
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