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Which bolts to pull the calipers for pad change?

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  • Start date Start date Sep 18, 2007

Schlitz-420

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i know this seems dumb but i went to change my pads and don't know which bolts to pull. I pulled out the two obvious ones i would normally pull doing a brake job but the calipers won't move. Do i have to take off the two big bolts holding the entire caliper assembly on or just the outer part of the calipers? Thank you!

Update: I am an idiot, those were the bolts, just took a little wiggle.
 

kooldawg6

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Glad you got it
 

stang8urimport

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Make sure to machine or replace those rotors while you're at it. Not doing so can/will cut down on pad life and create noise.
 
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