Apply Brake Grease and Install New Hardware

What happens here

Before installing the new brake pads, apply a thin layer of brake grease to the metal backing plate of each new pad where it contacts the caliper piston or fingers, and to the 'ears' or notches of the pads where they slide into the caliper bracket. Also, apply grease to the caliper bracket's sliding surfaces. Next, install the new hardware clips (often included with new brake pads) onto the caliper bracket. These clips provide smooth contact surfaces for the brake pads to slide on, reducing noise and ensuring proper movement.

Goal: Apply specialized brake grease to the contact points on the new pads and the caliper bracket, then install the new hardware clips.