It varies depending on application and quality.
brake pads can either be on the front or rear of a car... it all depends on if it has disc or drum brakes on the rear... drum brakes have shoes not pads
Yes! It could have either disc brake pads or brake shoes in the rear. Look behind or through the wheel to see if the car has brake drums and shoes or brake rotors and calipers with brake pads.
To replace the rear brake pads on a car, first, lift the car and remove the wheel. Locate the brake caliper and remove the bolts holding it in place. Take out the old brake pads and replace them with new ones. Reassemble the caliper and wheel, then lower the car. Test the brakes to ensure they are working properly.
You can buy front brake pads from Auto Zone the cheapest are $12.99 and the most expensive are $49.99. The rear brake pads range from $15.99 to $49.99.
brake shoes or pads are worn and need replacing
Lift the vehicle on a car jack, remove the tire, remove the brake shoe/calipers, and remove the old brake pads. Put in the new brake pads, replace the brake shoe/calipers, replace the calipers, and lower the car.
Lift the car on a jack, remove the tire, remove the brake shoe/caliper and take out the old brake pads. Put in the new brake pads, replace the brake shoe/caliper, replace the tire and lower the car to the ground.
They have drum brakes there is no pad
Lift the car on a vehicle jack, remove the tire, remove the brake shoe/caliper and remove the old brake pads. Put in the new brake pads, replace the brake shoe/caliper, replace the tire and lower the car to the ground.
To change the rear brake pads on a 2005 Mazda 6, start by lifting the rear of the car and removing the wheels. Then, remove the caliper bolts, slide the caliper off, and support it without straining the brake line. Next, take out the old brake pads and compress the caliper piston using a C-clamp or brake tool to make space for the new pads. Finally, install the new pads, reattach the caliper, and repeat for the other side before putting the wheels back on and lowering the car.
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Potential risks associated with replacing the rear brake pads on a car include improper installation leading to brake failure, damage to other brake components, and reduced braking performance. It is important to follow proper procedures and seek professional help if unsure.