What kind of rotors do Hondas use?
My old (Honda) rotors were so warped that you could feel the car pulsating when I braked. So I replaced the rotors and the pads with EBC OEM replacements.
Do you need to replace your brake pads and rotors?
But sometimes, it is very possible to lubricate and release the stuck caliper pins. And in other cases, you need to replace the calipers completely. Also, it’s likely that you will need new brake pads and rotors. Whenever there is a brake job done on your car or replace a brake pad, you must replace the shims.
What causes brake noise after new rotors and pads?
One of the major cause of brakes noise after new pads and rotors is having excess brake dust that is trapped between the caliper and the rotor.
When did the Honda Pilot brakes come out?
The Honda Pilot was manufactured starting in the summer of 2002 as a 2003 model. It features front and rear disc brakes. There may be many reasons why you must remove or replace the brake rotors on the SUV.
How do you remove front brake assembly on pilot?
Apply the parking brake before lifting and removing the front brake assembly on the Pilot. Be sure to support the SUV onto jack stands and not just the jack. After you’ve removed the wheels, locate and remove the caliper bolts from both the upper main pin and the lower sub pin. Extract the pins from the caliper.
How do you remove the front rotors on a car?
The procedures to remove the front or rear rotors are similar, but there is one significant difference between the two. Before lifting the Pilot, siphon about half of the brake fluid from the master cylinder in the engine compartment. Any time you remove the calipers, you must compress the hydraulic pistons in with a C-clamp or caliper tool.
Why are my rotors stuck to the hub?
It’s not uncommon for rotors to become stuck to the hub because of corrosion or rust. If this is the case, spray penetrating lubricant onto the hub and rotor mating surface, and allow it to soak in. To remove the rotor, you’ll have a couple of different options. You can shock it off the hub using a dead-blow hammer.