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Changing FT brake pads 200 1989

posted by  guYom on  Thu Nov 10 07:23 CST 2005
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Hello,

I am about to change my front pads. I have read both Bentley and Haynes, and whatever came up doing a search in the Board's archive.

Questions :

1) lubing the caliper's piston

I read the following here

"When I replace pads, I work the pistons in and out and clean/lube the area to ensure free piston movement. With this bit of attention, calipers should last longer even if the piston dust boots are bad."
http://www.brickboard.com/RWD/index.htm?id=916434

How do you lube the piston ? What should I use to lube them ?

2) is there any reason to remove the two bolts holding the caliper ? I believe I saw that as one way in the FAQ here on the board. any easier to remove old pads and insert new ones that way ?

3) brake cleaner

should I spray all over calipers, rotors, etc. to clean off all dust before starting ?

Any other tips to make my first brake change easier ? I have just replaced a wheel stud, and noticed that my front pads need replacement (no grooves left, and must under 2mm).

Thanks.
--
'89 244DL M47 169K miles






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