Rear brake pad replacement

2004 PONTIAC GRAND AM
120,000 MILES • 3.4L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CAROLYN CLARK BENNETT
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Wanting to know how to replace my rear brake pads only.
Sep 21, 2017 at 4:44 PM
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Hi!,

Yep the first thing you must do is the raise the car safely. Here is a guide.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/jack-up-and-lift-your-car-safely

Here is a guide to show you what you are in for when changing the rear brake pads and rotors.

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

You should bleed the brakes after you are done.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-bleed-or-flush-a-car-brake-system

Here are some diagrams to help you get the job done on your car. (below)

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers, Ken
Sep 23, 2017 at 1:54 PM
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