How to Replace Front Rotors and Brake Pads on Your 2006-2011 Honda Civic

This video shows you the basics of replacing the front brake pads on a 2008 Honda Civic. Approximate time of completion for DIYers: 1 hour.

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| FIND IT FAST |
00:00 - Wheel Removal
00:17 - Brake Caliper Prep
00:43 - Brake Pad Removal
01:03 - Brake Pad Bracket Removal
01:22 - Brake Bleeding Procedure
03:19 - Caliper Bracket Removal
04:06 - Brake Rotor Removal
04:43 - Brake Assembly Cleaning
04:57 - Brake Rotor Re-installation
05:55 - Caliper Bracket Re-installation & Torquing (70 ft-lbs)
06:52 - Brake Pad Bracket Re-installation
07:07 - Brake Pad Installation
07:28 - Brake Caliper Re-installation & Torquing (23 ft-lbs)
07:54 - Wheel Re-installation & Torquing (100 ft-lbs)

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| PARTS |
Front Brake Pads:
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| TOOLS |
Impact Wrench (Cordless):
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OR
Impact Wrench (Air):
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1/2-inch Impact Extension (2-inch Long):
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19mm Impact Deep Socket:
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https://amzn.to/3d43T22 (Full Set)
Phillips-Head Screwdriver Set:
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Metric Wrench Set (10mm Wrench Needed):
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Deep Socket Set (12mm & 17mm Needed):
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Torque Wrench (can be purchased for $40-130 or rented from an auto part store):
https://amzn.to/3nmGs8Y (Less Expensive)
https://amzn.to/3d48EbY (More Expensive)
Impact Driver (can be purchased for around $20):
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Brake Bleeding Kit (can be purchased for around $8.50-$22):
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https://amzn.to/2F4iWw6 (More Expensive)
Brake Piston Press (can be purchased for around $10):
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Torque Wrench (can be purchased for $40-130 or rented from an auto part store):
https://amzn.to/3nmGs8Y (Less Expensive)
https://amzn.to/3d48EbY (More Expensive)
Fasmov Solid Rubber Heavy Duty Wheel Chock (2-Pack):
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Shop Towels (Throw-Away) for Cleanup:
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OR (Manual Wheel Removal)
3/8-inch Ratchet, 3/8-inch Extension (2-inch Long), 19mm Deep Socket:
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1/2-inch Breaker Bar:
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| TIPS |
Always unplug the battery's negative terminal before doing any work on your engine - especially electrical work.
I used a jack underneath the car to raise the tire approx. two (2) inches off the ground:
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I used jack stands to keep the tires raised off the ground:
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Using medical gloves (as seen in the video) allow you to keep your hands clean of dirty engine parts:
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NHTSA Safety Rating:
http://bit.ly/NHTSA2008HondaCivic

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