Folks, this is how you do a proper brake job. You will NOT get any of this done at a Dealership or Pep Boys. What especially caught my eye was the attention to filing and cleaning the caliper slides as well as the Rotor face. & Cleaning/lubing the caliper slide pins. Thank you. For those who have no idea what's going on, you would just have new pads slapped on and sent on your way for $1000
Yuppp take ur time is do it like pro the filing is the best thing u can do I seen brake pads jammed like I had to use 3ft long pry bar to remove it and pads were brand new customer said they had it done but car loss power
Nice dam work for sure. Type of vid to show people when they ask why it takes almost a whole day to do a full brake job front and back. One thing I suggest to check - if the caliper bracket mount bolts use thread locker. Some do, trucks etc. Stay gold.
I've done a few DIY brake jobs and always go over the FSM directions and then review a few UA-cams to see the process done. This is, by far, the best and most detailed brake job video. Thanks so much for the detailed info here. I really appreciate your attention to detail and the way you point out important points like the orientation of the pad hardware, the torque specs, etc. I agree with other posters that your brake job would end up better than if done at a big name retail auto shop. This gives me confidence that the job I'll do tomorrow will go without a hitch.
I love you man. It is the most detailed analysis I have seen, especially the main points of security risks. I replaced it myself the other day, but at 20 mph or so, the bumps on the road would rattle. I also don't know where the installation problem is. It may be that the brake pads or iron clips are not installed properly. Now my friend helped me solve it.
Very informative, very detailed. I'm doing this job on my 2005 MDX tomorrow. One tiny comment is that you should never compress pads without bleeders open so that dirty fluid isn't sent back to ABS pump, causing permanent damage to pump valve seats or lack of seating due to debris. Keep up the Great Work.
your work is A1 my guy. Every shop should be doing what you do!. I noticed in all your videos tho your customers never buy dealer parts lol dudes always buying some chinese ebay stuff
Hi, great video. What kind of brake pad did you purchase? The oem front brake pads lasted 90K miles with just day to day driving? Should I get those and pair them up with the rotors you have? Thanks
Great job man. One of the best videos out there for the 2014 mdx. I was wondering how was the outcome of the performance and the quality of the parts?. I’m due for the same service you did in this video. Where are you located at and should I get the same setup as in this video for both of my 2014 Mdx’s. Thanks in advance.
I like this video!. Now seems to be easier than I thought. However my question is: Can I do this job if I don't have previous experience?. I have an Acura MDX 2016 and I bought Akebono Rear and front Brake pads and Centric GCX Elemental Protection Fully Coated Front Rotors. Dealership quoted around $900 for this and another independent shop is asking around $325 for installation. But now that I see this video I am overthinking where I can to to have this job well done like in this video. Got in contact with some different places but they don't take my own parts. I am thinking if I don't find any reputable auto shop I can get the tools to do it. That's another thing I don't have the tools. Any suggestions?
@@RBTheMechanic I am feeling motivated now. Thanks for responding. The only thing I can't buy is the impact drill but the rest of the tools and brake cleaner and lubricant I can get it. Hopefully I can do it and I'll post it when completed. Thanks!
@@Gabriel.Jarelys u don’t need that just gonna have to put some effort in to it to remove the tire the brake system bolts u can get easy. Just send me message if u need more help and take ur time make sure everything is tight once ur complet and pump the brake peddle before u start the car
@@RBTheMechanic Thank you again for your advice. Also, I have to do a brake fluid and flush. I think the way to do it is after rotors and brake pads replacement is that correct?
@@Gabriel.Jarelys there is process u can do break vale release when ur about to compress the piston but u will get confused just do the brakes then u can do separate brake flush job
@@RBTheMechanic How about refreshing the brake fluid once a year by removing fluid from the reservoir with a turkey baster and replacing with new fluid? I was able to remove about 6 oz from the reservoir of my 2005 4RUNNER and will do this again in a few weeks about 1 year after replacing my calipers, rotors, and pads.
@@sanjaygandhi7962 yeah that’s just in the reservoir but the actual fluid that’s too on high temp beating is mostly in caliper so doing propper flush every 60k miles would be best
Folks, this is how you do a proper brake job. You will NOT get any of this done at a Dealership or Pep Boys.
What especially caught my eye was the attention to filing and cleaning the caliper slides as well as the Rotor face. & Cleaning/lubing the caliper slide pins.
Thank you.
For those who have no idea what's going on, you would just have new pads slapped on and sent on your way for $1000
Yuppp take ur time is do it like pro the filing is the best thing u can do I seen brake pads jammed like I had to use 3ft long pry bar to remove it and pads were brand new customer said they had it done but car loss power
Nice dam work for sure.
Type of vid to show people when they ask why it takes almost a whole day to do a full brake job front and back.
One thing I suggest to check - if the caliper bracket mount bolts use thread locker. Some do, trucks etc.
Stay gold.
I've done a few DIY brake jobs and always go over the FSM directions and then review a few UA-cams to see the process done. This is, by far, the best and most detailed brake job video. Thanks so much for the detailed info here. I really appreciate your attention to detail and the way you point out important points like the orientation of the pad hardware, the torque specs, etc. I agree with other posters that your brake job would end up better than if done at a big name retail auto shop. This gives me confidence that the job I'll do tomorrow will go without a hitch.
Thank you!! Yup I try my best!!! Helps everyone !!
I never done a brake job but after watching your video I feel confident I can do it. Thank you for creating this video, much respect.
Welcome!!!!
Excellent explanation. Love it ❤️
I love you man. It is the most detailed analysis I have seen, especially the main points of security risks. I replaced it myself the other day, but at 20 mph or so, the bumps on the road would rattle. I also don't know where the installation problem is. It may be that the brake pads or iron clips are not installed properly. Now my friend helped me solve it.
Oh cool
Technically correct and all the details specific to this vehicle are covered. Excellent video!
Thank u!!!! This will help all Acura mdx owners
Top notch video on changing pads and rotors. Thanks for such a detailed video and explaining every step so clearly.
Yup this will help out lot of people
Very informative, very detailed. I'm doing this job on my 2005 MDX tomorrow. One tiny comment is that you should never compress pads without bleeders open so that dirty fluid isn't sent back to ABS pump, causing permanent damage to pump valve seats or lack of seating due to debris. Keep up the Great Work.
Thank u
Thanks for the effort you put into this video
Great video. Will be doing my brakes this weekend following your video. What's the torque spec for the 2019 Acura MDX wheel lug nuts?
I have to check
your work is A1 my guy. Every shop should be doing what you do!. I noticed in all your videos tho your customers never buy dealer parts lol dudes always buying some chinese ebay stuff
Yeah I try to recommend original stuff or akebono
@Rb the mechanic hello how are you doing ? I have a question does the evolution brake pads kit comes with the retainer for the pads ?
Yup yes they do ask ur sell some be shady they take it out to sell separately
Great job
Thank u!
Hi, great video. What kind of brake pad did you purchase? The oem front brake pads lasted 90K miles with just day to day driving? Should I get those and pair them up with the rotors you have? Thanks
I use akebono lot or powerstop no issues no Squak noises or anything at all
Would it be the same process for the rear pads and rotors?
Yup similar!!!
Great job man. One of the best videos out there for the 2014 mdx. I was wondering how was the outcome of the performance and the quality of the parts?. I’m due for the same service you did in this video. Where are you located at and should I get the same setup as in this video for both of my 2014 Mdx’s. Thanks in advance.
These are the best brakes and rotors I use no complaints from any of my customer so far but they do come with warranty if anything happnes
Nice tutorial.
Thank u
Hey what kind of impact gun do you use.
I use ingerol.IR
I like this video!. Now seems to be easier than I thought. However my question is: Can I do this job if I don't have previous experience?. I have an Acura MDX 2016 and I bought Akebono Rear and front Brake pads and Centric GCX Elemental Protection Fully Coated Front Rotors. Dealership quoted around $900 for this and another independent shop is asking around $325 for installation. But now that I see this video I am overthinking where I can to to have this job well done like in this video. Got in contact with some different places but they don't take my own parts. I am thinking if I don't find any reputable auto shop I can get the tools to do it. That's another thing I don't have the tools. Any suggestions?
U can do it urself buy the tools for like $150 and follow all instructions and double check ur work should be easy.
@@RBTheMechanic I am feeling motivated now. Thanks for responding. The only thing I can't buy is the impact drill but the rest of the tools and brake cleaner and lubricant I can get it. Hopefully I can do it and I'll post it when completed. Thanks!
@@Gabriel.Jarelys u don’t need that just gonna have to put some effort in to it to remove the tire the brake system bolts u can get easy. Just send me message if u need more help and take ur time make sure everything is tight once ur complet and pump the brake peddle before u start the car
@@RBTheMechanic Thank you again for your advice. Also, I have to do a brake fluid and flush. I think the way to do it is after rotors and brake pads replacement is that correct?
@@Gabriel.Jarelys there is process u can do break vale release when ur about to compress the piston but u will get confused just do the brakes then u can do separate brake flush job
I bought OEM front and rear brakes. am I ok with a new rotor or a specific rotor brand ?
Go oem
Slim chance that any mechanic out there is following all (or most) of these steps cleaning (and greasing) the calipers and wheel hub.
Yeah lazy ones but I have never had issue once doing this no come backs in 3 years not one car come back with brake issue so far
@@RBTheMechanic Most mechanics won't even clean and grease the slide pins or do a brake fluid flush when changing the brakes after 4-5 years.
@@sanjaygandhi7962 yeah but brake flush should be regular 60k mile thing
@@RBTheMechanic How about refreshing the brake fluid once a year by removing fluid from the reservoir with a turkey baster and replacing with new fluid? I was able to remove about 6 oz from the reservoir of my 2005 4RUNNER and will do this again in a few weeks about 1 year after replacing my calipers, rotors, and pads.
@@sanjaygandhi7962 yeah that’s just in the reservoir but the actual fluid that’s too on high temp beating is mostly in caliper so doing propper flush every 60k miles would be best