Hi,
Replacing brakes isn't too hard. First, here is a link that will explain how in general the job is done. Take a look through it and use it as a guide.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-front-brake-pads-and-rotors-fwd
Here are the directions specific to your vehicle. The attached pics correlate with the directions.
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2007 Kia Truck Sedona V6-3.8L
Repair Procedures
Vehicle Brakes and Traction Control Disc Brake System Brake Pad Service and Repair Removal and Replacement Front Disc Brake Repair Procedures
REPAIR PROCEDURES
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Frequent inhalation of brake pad dust, regardless of material composition, could be hazardous to your health.
a. Avoid breathing dust particles.
b. Never use on air hose or brush to clean brake assemblies.
1. Loosen the front wheel nuts slightly. Raise the front of the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported. Remove the front wheels.
2. Remove the guide rod bolt (B), After raise the caliper assembly (A), support it with a wire.
pic 1
3. Remove pad shim (A), pad retainer (B) and pad assembly (C) in the caliper bracket.
pic 2
INSTALLATION
1. Install the pad retainers (A) on the caliper bracket.
pic 3
2. Install pad shims (A) and the brake pads (B) with the wear indicator on the inside.
CAUTION:
If you are reusing the pads, always reinstall the brake pads in their original positions to prevent a momentary loss of braking efficiency.
pic 4
3. Insert the piston in the cylinder using the special tool (09581-11000).
pic 5
4. Push in the piston (A) so that the caliper will fit over the pads. Make sure that the piston boot is in position to prevent damaging it when pivoting the caliper down.
5. Being careful not to damage the pin boot, install the guide rod bolt (B) with the specified torque.
pic 6
6. If caliper assembly was removed, install the brake hose to the caliper.
7. Refill the master cylinder reservoir to the MAX line.
8. Bleed the brake system.
9. Depress the brake pedal several times to make sure the brakes work, then test-drive.
NOTE:
Engagement of the brake may require a greater pedal stroke immediately after the brake pads have been replaced as a set. Several applications of the brake will restore the normal pedal stroke.
10. After installation, check for leaks at hose and line joints or connections, and retighten if necessary.
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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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