Changing Brake Pads

[TigerNSX]

Hi,

I have read several DIY posts regarding changing the brake pads. I am about to change my rear pads. Do you recommend changing my front pads at the same time? Front pads are relatively new, but rear ones are 75% worn.

Also, is it quite simple to change rear pads? When I read the manual, and DIY posts, I am a bit confused about certain steps of the procedure.

Thank you.

 

[jagtiger]

Changing the pads is fairly easy! It's also a good time to install the "SpeedBleeder" for the brake fluid - works wonders! I probablywould install this to all my vehicles!

SpeedBleeder Website


DANO's DIY

Good luck!!

 

[NSXCessive]

Hi,

Do you recommend changing my front pads at the same time? Front pads are relatively new, but rear ones are 75% worn.

Thank you.

I would have to say that the front pads would normally wear quicker than the rear pad. Based on my previous brake pad changes, I would say the rears last almost twice as long. So I'm sure all you need to do is the rear, if the fronts were down past half then I would change them too. Otherwise just wait intil they are worn out.

The pads are very easy to change, make sure your rotor(s) are good, otherwise you need to replace them too. Once you've done a set on any Honda the proceedure is pretty much the same on the NSX.

See DanO website good DIY infor there:

Front Pad Replacement

Rear Pad Replacement

Rotor Replacement

 

[TigerNSX]

Thank you so much for help.

I have a specific question from DanO's guide.

" If you reservoir has been filled since your last brake change, it may overflow. The excess fluid can be extracted with a turkey baster"

I have just flushed and replaced the brake fluids. Does this mean that when I push back the caliper piston, my reservoir will overflow? Do I simply extract it and throw them away or keep it, and put it back???

Thanks for your time.

 

[jagtiger]

You're right!There's a good chance that your brake fluid will overflow once the caliper piston is pushed back. It's always a safe idea to extract some of the fluid from the reservoir. If you're sure that the turkey blaster is 100% clean then by all means re-use the same fluid otherwise i'd fill her up with a fresh one.

 

[NSXCessive]

Thank you so much for help.

I have a specific question from DanO's guide.
Does this mean that when I push back the caliper piston, my reservoir will overflow? Do I simply extract it and throw them away or keep it, and put it back???

Yes pushing back the pistions will possibly overflow, throwing away brake fluid depends how long the fluid has been in there. Turkey baster works great, becareful not to spill any when extractiong some fluid. Brake fluid will eat paint, and Corrode some surfaces.

Most manufacturers recommend flushing and replacing brake fluid every two years regardless of miles. Brake fluid is hydoscopic, meaning it absorbs moisture. Brake fluid contamination causes premature brake component failure and possible low or no brake pedal, especially after hard stops. I'd say if its not somewhat transparant, time to flush the whole system anyway. I wish I had a set of speed bleeders, but its aways great to get someone to help you bleed the fluid.

I flushed out all my Dot 3 and replaced it wil Dot 4 the last time I did my brakes (last year) Takes a few minutues more, but well worth it in the long run!

 

[TigerNSX]

Thank you! You guys are the best!

 

[TigerNSX]

I just want to thank RudeBoy_baby_NSX, jagtiger, LarryB, and DanO for all the help with changing brake pads.

I spent this evening changing them, and everything went smoothly! I could not have done them without your help.