Where are the brake discs on a Kia Rio?
On all the other cars I’ve seen there’s a cap you prize off, then there’s a nut under a lockring/split pin arrangement. However, on the Rio in the centre there is a dished insert in the centre, with no obvious way of how to get it out. The only other thing that looks like it does something is a small screw on the front of the hub.
Where are the pads on a Kia CRDi Rios?
You have probably noticed the rear disk has a large drum like centre. The bit I like about the crdi Rios is that they use disks/pads for the foot brake but they also use the drum and shoe method (enclosed behind the rear disk) for the hand brake. Makes replacement much easier and the hand brake much more effective.
Do you need calipers for 2005 Kia Spectra?
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How do you adjust brake discs on a Kia?
Easy enough to adjust back once the assembly is all back together via the star wheel. Good thing about this job is one you think the handbrake is about right on between 3-4 clicks jump back in the car and the rear cup/bottle holder in thecentrehas a carpet base you can lift to check the cables are even.
How to replace Kia Rio rear disc brake pads?
Loosen the lower caliper bolt by turning it clockwise (as seen from the outside of the vehicle) with a 14mm socket and 3/8″ drive ratcheting wrench. Then loosen the upper 14mm caliper bolt by turning it clockwise (as seen from the outside of the car). If you have trouble getting your socket wrench over the top caliper bolt.
How do you replace rear disc brake pads?
Spin out the two caliper bolts and set them aside in a safe place. Carefully lift the rear brake caliper out of the bracket and off the old pads. Rest the caliper on the suspension or suspend it from the spring with a bungee cord. Pull the old inner and outer brake pads out of the bracket.
Is it OK to compress rear brake caliper?
Brake Caliper Piston Compressor Windback. This is what should be used: http://amzn.to/2ECIIWW It is not recommended that you compress a wind back caliper in this fashion and you run the risk of damaging the rubber boot or damaging the brake caliper piston. I only recommend using this method if you are in a jam.
How do i compress the rear caliper piston?
To compress the rear caliper piston, you will need a special tool: Rear Caliper Adjuster Tool. This tool allows you to “turn and push” the psiton. You can usually rent this tool from any local “big chain” parts stores. Although the tool makes this job much easier, it isn’t exactly a must. The object here is to “turn and push” at the same time.