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Remove Caliper and Old Pads

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How to do a brake job (2010 Ram 1500)

What happens here

Locate the brake caliper and the two bolts on its backside. Before loosening anything, spray Zep Automotive Brake Cleaner generously over the brake rotor and caliper assembly to clean off accumulated brake dust. Use a socket wrench with a 9mm socket (for the rear brakes; front brakes typically use a 1/2 inch socket) to loosen both bolts on the back of the caliper. Once loose, remove the bolts and carefully slide the caliper off the rotor. Gently set the caliper aside, ensuring it's not hanging by the brake line, which could damage it. Then, remove the old brake pads by simply pulling them out from the caliper assembly.

Goal: Detach the brake caliper and remove worn brake pads

Tools and materials

  • 9mm Socket — Fitting the rear caliper bolts
  • Socket Wrench — Loosening and tightening caliper bolts
  • Zep Automotive Brake Cleaner — Cleaning brake components and removing dust