How Do You Change The Brake Pads On A Mazda Protege?
Replacing the brake pads on your Mazda Protege by yourself will save hundreds of dollars over taking the vehicle in to a repair facility. Not only will you save money in the process, but you will also get the satisfaction that you have repaired your Mazda Protege by yourself. When replacing the brake pads on your car, it is also recommended to replace the rotors as well so the new brake pads have an even surface to push against when braking. Replacing both the brake pads and rotors will ensure that your brakes last as long as possible. Lift the Protege with the jack and place it on jack stands. Remove the wheels and set them aside. Remove the caliper with a ratchet and use a bungee cord to hang the caliper. Do not let the caliper hang from the brake hose, or it might break and cause fluid to leak. Remove the brake caliper bracket from the steering knuckle with a ratchet and set it aside. Remove the brake rotor from the hub. The rotor might be require force to remove–in which case, use
