Pads - Front/Rear Brake - SRT8: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Review all Warnings and Cautions. (Refer to BRAKES - WARNING)

Raise and support vehicle. (Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/HOISTING - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
NOTE: Perform step 2 through step 8 on each side of vehicle to complete pad set removal.

Fig 1: Tire And Wheel Mounting
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Remove wheel mounting nuts (3), then tire and wheel assembly (1).

Fig 2: REMOVING LOWER SUPPORT PIN
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Using hammer (4) and pin punch (3) on outboard end, tap lower brake pad support pin (2) out of caliper (1).

Fig 3: REMOVING/INSTALLING SPRING CLIP
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Remove brake pad spring clip (2) out from under the upper support pin (1) still in caliper.

Fig 4: REMOVING UPPER SUPPORT PIN
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Using pin punch (3) and hammer (4), remove upper brake pad support pin (2) in same manner used on lower support pin.
CAUTION: When pushing pistons back into caliper bores, if hand pressure is not sufficient, use only a trim stick as shown in Fig 4 or other suitable soft tool to do so. Never use a screwdriver or other metal pry bar due to potential damage to braking surface of rotor or pads.

Fig 5: PUSHING BACK PISTONS INTO BORES
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Using hand pressure, pull pads back to seat caliper pistons into bores if possible. If not possible, perform the following to do this correctly without damaging the caliper, pistons, dust boots or brake rotor disc.
- Place trim stick (3) between inboard brake pad and outer edge of rotor (1).
- Using trim stick (3), apply pressure against the inboard brake pad until both pistons are completely bottomed in bores of inboard caliper half. Leave trim stick in place to hold pistons in place.
- Place second trim stick between outboard brake pad and rotor, then repeat above step on outboard pad and pistons.
Fig 6: BRAKE PAD REMOVAL
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Remove inboard brake pad (2) through opening in caliper (1). Remove outboard brake pad in same manner.

Fig 7: PISTON AND SEAL INSPECTION
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Once brake pads are removed from caliper (1), inspect all four caliper pistons (3) and dust boots (2) for evidence of brake fluid leakage. Also inspect dust boots on all caliper pistons for any cuts, tears or heat cracks and brake pad supports (4) (if equipped) for excess wear or damage. If caliper fails inspection, it should be replaced.