Rotors brake pads need to be broken in?

CHINDUBB

MEMBER
2008 JEEP LIBERTY
34,000 MILES

We just bought a 2008 Jeep Liberty yesterday. We just noticed brakes we squeeking lightly when braking at around 25+mph. We took it back to the dealer this morning and they resurfaced the pads and machined the rotors to get some rust off. But when we got it back, it still squeeked. We called them about it and they said it takes a couple of days for it to be broken in, then the squeeking will stop. Is this true? Do the pads and rotors need to be "broken in" to stop squeeking?

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

MECHANIC
109,885 POSTS

Hi,

Front brakes are not too hard to replace. First, here is a link that explains in general how it's done. You can use it as a guide:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-front-brake-pads-and-rotors-fwd

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2008 Jeep Truck Liberty 4WD V6-3.7L
Front
Vehicle Brakes and Traction Control Disc Brake System Brake Pad Service and Repair Removal and Replacement Brake Pads - Installation Front
FRONT
FRONT

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1. Install the inboard and outboard pads (3).
2. Install the caliper (2) See: Brake Caliper > Removal and Replacement > Disc Brake Caliper - Installation.
3. Install the tire and wheel assembly. See: Wheels and Tires > Removal and Replacement.

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2008 Jeep Truck Liberty 4WD V6-3.7L
Front
Vehicle Brakes and Traction Control Disc Brake System Brake Pad Service and Repair Removal and Replacement Brake Pads - Installation Front
FRONT
FRONT

pic 2

1. Install the inboard and outboard pads (3).
2. Install the caliper (2) See: Brake Caliper > Removal and Replacement > Disc Brake Caliper - Installation.
3. Install the tire and wheel assembly. See: Wheels and Tires > Removal and Replacement.

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I hope this helps. Let me know if you have other questions.

Take care and God Bless,

Joe

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Sunday, February 7th, 2021 AT 7:25 PM

STACY21

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2007 JEEP LIBERTY

A few days ago I backed up and hard the squeal We ended up taking off the wheel. Im positive that the pads are gone. My question is can I do the job myself? Thank you in advance I appreciate it.

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Monday, February 8th, 2021 AT 12:55 PM (Merged)

DANNY L

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Hello, I'm Danny.

Here is the information you requested for front brake pad and rotor replacement. This is a tutorial for you to view on how to change front brake pads and rotors:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-front-brake-pads-and-rotors-fwd

I've attached picture steps below on how to change the front brake pads and rotors on your vehicle. Hope this helps and thanks for using 2CarPros.

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