Do you need any tools to change brake pads?
You will be pleasantly surprised to find that you can change your car’s disc brake pads quickly, easily and without specialized tools. Doing it yourself also will save you a lot of money. In either case the rotors may also need to be replaced or “turned” on a brake lathe, a procedure not covered here.
How long do brake pads last Subaru Outback?
between 30,000 and 70,000 miles
2018 Subaru Outback brake pads usually last between 30,000 and 70,000 miles depending on your driving habits. If you commute in heavy traffic and use your brakes often, you’ll need to get an inspection more frequently.
How much does it cost to change brake pads?
The average brake pad replacement costs around $150 per axle, but these costs can rise to around $300 per axle depending on your vehicle’s brake pad materials. The least expensive brake pads use organic material.
Where are the disc brake pads on a Subaru Outback?
The Outback is equipped with “screw-in” type rear caliper pistons that will require a special tool such as the Lisle 28600 disc brake caliper piston tool to turn or “retract” them back into the caliper. Rest the caliper on the rear lower control arm behind the rotor. Pull the old outer brake pad out of the caliper.
What to do when you change brake pads in a Subaru?
When you are done changing the pads, use the SSM (Subaru Select Monitor) to exit brake maintenance mode. The service manual also specifies that the Subaru Select Monitor may not be required.
Where is the wear indicator bar on Subaru Outback?
On this 2017 Outback, the wear indicator bar was situated at the bottom of the inner brake pad. In order for the caliper to fit over the thicker new brake pads, you will need to turn back the caliper piston.
When do you need to change your brake pads?
Nearly all cars these days have front disc brakes. Front brakes usually wear out more quickly than the rear brakes (which could either be disc or drum brakes), so they need to be changed more often.