How Do You Change The Rear Brake Pads On A Chevy Corvette?
Brake pads are the replaceable friction pads that pinch the brake disc when you step on the brake pedal. They are an important part of your Chevy Corvette’s braking system. You should replace the brake pads before they wear beyond a 1/4 inch, or risk damaging your Impala’s brake discs. Park your car on a level surface. Set the parking brake. Place blocks in front of the front tires so the car does not move while you are working on it. Open the hood of your car and disconnect the negative battery cable. Raise the rear end of your Corvette with your car jack. Remove the rear tire or wheel assembly. Place a large C-clamp on the body of the caliper. Place the clamp ends against the rear of the caliper body and the outboard pad. Slowly tighten the clamp evenly to compress the pistons. Remove the upper caliper bolt and pivot the caliper downwards until you have enough clearance to remove the brake pads. Support the caliper with wire or a small bungee cord. Take the brake pads and lining asse
