0
Brake pads are fairly simple to replace.In my experiece's,I've always used a 4 inch C-clamp to keep the brake piston from pushing out due to the brake system's pressure.It's only on 1 side of a caliber and is what the caliber uses to squeeze against the rotor and stop the car. When you take the caliber off it's bracket and remove it from around the rotor to replace the pads,you'll never get it back on without pushing the brake cylinder back.This is due to the extra "meat" on the pad. Un-bolt the caliber and take the old pads off and you'll see the side where the piston is.It's about the size of a silver dollar.It's that side you'll need to screw the C-clamp on after the new pads have been put on.Screw the clamp against the brake pad where the piston is behind until you're able to slide the caliber back onto the rotor.Take the clamp off as soon as it slides on and bolt the caliber back on.Very simple.
also on the rear calipers you will need to spin the piston to get it to decompress. i did this with a big pair of vice grips and a C clamp. tighten up C clamp and spin piston clockwise with vice grips, repeat until the piston is in far enough to put brake pads back on and fit on rotor.
NOTE: When using the C-clamp on a caliper to push the piston back in, do not have the NEW pad on the piston. Leave the old one on (or put it back on) and use the OLD one to push the piston back. Don't chip up the surface on new one!
Wiki User
∙ 8y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
Where is the signal flasher unit located on a 1990 Chevy lumina?
The 1990 Chevy Lumina signal flasher unit can be found beneath the drivers side dashboard. The signal flasher unit will be above the brake pedal.
What make a 1990 Chevy Lumina Car cutoff?
what make a 1990 Chevy. Lumina Car cut off when make a complete stop.
How do you change a turn signal on a 1991 Chevy Lumina?
how can i change the turn singal on a 1990 Chevy lumina
How do you unlock a 1990 Chevy Lumina?
with a key
What year did Chevy Lumina come out?
1990
Is there a fuel reset button on a 1990 Chevy Lumina?
No.
Where is the fuel filter located on a 1990 Chevy lumina?
On my Chevy lumina it is located right by the gas take on the right side of the car.
What engines fit in a 1990 Chevy Lumina?
The 194 3.1 only
Does a 1990 Chevy lumina 6cyl have a timing belt or chain?
The 1990 has a chain. The 1991 has a belt.
Where are the motor mounts located on a 1990 Chevy lumina 3.1 liter?
There are four motor mounts located on a 1990 Chevy Lumina. Two on either side of the engine. One the rear and one in front of the engine.
Your 1992 Chevy Lumina is turning but want crank what is it?
My 1990 Lumina 3.1 had the same problem and it was caused by the crank sensor.
Where is the gas filter on a 1990 Chevy Lumina?
It is right next to the fuel tank.
