Replacing Brakes/Discs

[JohnnieGT]

Hullo all,

I'm replacing all 4 brake discs/pads on my 98 GT sedan this weekend. Any tips? This is the first time I've done this myself. I read somewhere that sometimes you need a special tool for the rear brake with the e-brake on it. Is this true of the 98 GT?

Thanks!

-John

[99SUS SFD]

It shouldn't be. Just use a c-clamp to push the piston in. Remember, when pushing the pistons back in, take some brake fluid out of the reservoir. A turkey baster works well. My '99 was just as easy (well, not quite) as my '98 Jeep. Just take your time, remember the steps in which things get taken apart/put back together and you'll be set.

[Huffer]

If this is the first time you've ever done the rear brakes, I would suggest ensuring you have:
a) a spare car for running parts
b) you are doing this when a parts store/dealer is open

I chose C - have a professional do my 100k rear brakes... factory e-brake shoes + adjustment + rust = no fun.

Front brake rotors + pads are easy to do, just follow the DIYs - same with the rear brake rotors pads. You may need the M12 bolt to get the rotor off the hub though.

[jg09]

If the rear brakes are anything like my BH, then you'll need a 6" extension to get to the rear caliper mount bolts. The front bolts are larger than the rear, too. Also, after you push the calipers back in, pump the brakes a few times before going out on the road. The first one or two times, the pedal will go right down to the floor. And if the e-brake assembly is the same as on the BH, then don't forget to take the e-brake off! I made that mistake and couldn't figure out why I couldn't get the rotors off! :lol: