dealer got a price of $649.00 for front brakes

Hello, I'm Danny.

Here is the information you requested. This is a tutorial showing what is involved on how to change front brake pads and brake 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 on your car. Hope this helps and thanks for using 2CarPros.

I can hear the front brakes grinding when I use them so I need to do a brake job. Thanks!

Hi,

Replacing front brakes and rotors really isn't too hard to do. Make sure to get lifetime pads so you will never have to pay for them again.

You can expect front brakes to last approximately 25,000 miles. However, that can change based on driving habits and terrain.

To get you started, here is a link that explains in general how the job is done. You can use this as a guide.

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

Also, here is a video showing the procedure being done on a Honda Civic:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_HrWXRdD2ug

If you look at the attachments below, they include the directions specific to your vehicle for brake pad and rotor replacement.

Once the brake pads and the caliper is removed, you will need to remove the caliper mount. There are two bolts on the rear of the steering knuckle that attach it. Remove the bolts, remove the mount, and then you will be able to remove and replace the brake rotor.

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

Take care,

Joe

See pics below.