How to replace disc brakes on Pontiac G 6?

I have never done before but dealer quoted like 500 dollars for all 4 wheels. So I wont get ripped off.

Can somebody give me a step by step direction?

It has 4 wheel disc brakes which I know is easier than drum brakesHow to replace disc brakes on Pontiac G 6?http://revver.com/video/392436/how-to-re

http://www.ehow.com/how_2116778_replace-How to replace disc brakes on Pontiac G 6?There are few things that are easier to do than disc brakes, and more money-saving. $15-25 for a set of pads, appropriate wrenches, A PAIR OF JACK STANDS, two blocks of 2x4 or bricks or whatever to safely block your rear wheels, and you're ready to go. You should probably have a manual, though. and you will have to be careful to notice and memorize where and how the few parts go. Please follow the safety recommendations in the front chapter of the manual. They're important. and the manual will tell you if you need any unusual tools. I had to remove two rusted screws to get the rotors off, and found that an impact screwdriver ($10--parts store.) and a hammer worked wonders.



At many auto parts stores you can buy a Haynes do-it-yourself manual for your model car, with step-by-step instructions, and basic explanations at the beginning of each chapter. If it is not in stock, you can order it online by searching on %26quot;auto repair manuals%26quot; on Yahoo search. In the front is a section on %26quot;Troubleshooting%26quot; that guides you step-by-step to find causes of most engine malfunctions based on the car's symptoms. Whether you do the work yourself or not, it helps you make informed decisions and not be taken advantage of, and to not feel so %26quot;in the dark.%26quot;



db667089 says: you can check http://www.alldatadiy.com. For about the same price as a Haynes or Chilton's repair manual, you can have online access (for a whole year) to model specific info for your particular vehicle. This is the same info that repair shops use. They have great wiring schematics/diagrams.



Also, for about $15 for a one-month subscription, you can get the factory manual, downloadable (careful! Mine was about 500 pages!) or viewable, at http://eAutoRepair.com.



Also, many people recommend autozone.com's free online manuals.



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My squeaky brakes are driving me mad! How do I fix them?

I drive a 99 Camaro and in dry weather, my brakes squeak like crazy!

It's not that I need new brake pads. The ones that I have are fine. Not thinning or anything.

In wet weather or if I brake hard enough, they're fine.

But it's getting warmer and drier outside and my brakes constantly squeak when I stop or slow down.

My car's supposed to turn heads because it's HOT not because people are hearing a god-awful noise!

It's embarassing!My squeaky brakes are driving me mad! How do I fix them?Pick of a can of brake cleaner from any auto parts store. Whenever you start to hear that noise, take your front wheels off, and spray down the rotor (disc) and caliper. Be sure to turn your rotor so the whole thing can be cleaned. That will clear up the squeaking.My squeaky brakes are driving me mad! How do I fix them?go to a auto parts and buy a brake cleaner that might stop it.My squeaky brakes are driving me mad! How do I fix them?Removing the hubcaps will cool the brakes. That might do it. Also don't ride the brakes.My squeaky brakes are driving me mad! How do I fix them?sounds like brake dust. go to auto zone and get some brake cleaner and spray them. or do like i do. i take mine to the car wash and spray them off.My squeaky brakes are driving me mad! How do I fix them?Could also be a rust lip on the rotors have a mechanic look at them to see if they have oneMy squeaky brakes are driving me mad! How do I fix them?try replacing brake pads with good quality non metallic pads. Some newly installed cheap aftermarket pads make loud squeaking noise at the first use.

How hard is it to change brakes on a 1998 chevy lumina?

My brakes wore out on my 1998 chevrolet lumina and i will probably need rotors and pads...i would like to know how much im looking at for a shop to do it and if possible could i do it myselfHow hard is it to change brakes on a 1998 chevy lumina?Well its a GM product so it must be bad.... Kidding but it will help to have some of the right tools. If you don't have any of the tools I suggest Autozone and Advanced rent most of this stuff out pretty cheep. Obviously the Caliper needs to be removed from the mounting bracket first and remove the old pads from the retaining clips.You will need a Caliper compressor to push the piston back into the bores for the front disc breaks. Once you have done that you can put brake grease on the back of the pads making sure you get nothing on the friction surface and load them back into the caliper. Clean and grease the guide pins as well so the caliper can move well. Then just bolt it back on and your done with the front.

The Rear is a bit harder. You will need to purchase a break hardware kit with all the springs and a shoe hold down spring tool. The easiest way I have found to remove the springs would be to use a wire coat hanger to just unhook everything. The E Break clip is always a hassle but they sell tools to make it easy but a regular flathead screw driver will work fine to get it off. A pair of pliers to put the knew one on will work fine. Sometimes the hole which the E break rivet goes through needs to be drilled out to fit. Grease the backing plate on the 6 raised bumps where the shoes slide against. Grease and retract the self adjustor and then put everything back the way you found it and your done. It isn't as hard as I probably made it seem but it might be time consuming if its your first time. Make sure before you put the car in gear to pump the breaks about 10 times to be safe otherwise you won't be able to stop. Good luck How hard is it to change brakes on a 1998 chevy lumina?Not hard if you have some basic tools and a little patience. Check out the %26quot;repair guides%26quot; on autozone.com. You will pay a lot more to have a shop do it, probably around $300 with rotors.

What could have caused my rear brakes to fail?

My rear brakes stopped working on my bike...how could it have happened...how do i know what it is? what can i do to fix it??What could have caused my rear brakes to fail?If it is a bicycle, there are two types of brakes that are most common, bendix style which is built into the hub on single speed bikes and caliper style that work against the wheel on multi speed bikes.

rust is the most common culpirt on both

either inside the hub assembly or usually in the control cable on the caliper types

without more information that is about all anyone can tell youWhat could have caused my rear brakes to fail?You did not state whether it is a pedal or motor cycle you are referring to.What could have caused my rear brakes to fail?Worn out? Replace.What could have caused my rear brakes to fail?As you don't know what happened, or how it could have happened I'd hazard a guess that you won't be able to fix it yourself.



Time to visit a dealer and wave your wallet at them.

How to solve soft braking, brakes barely engaging?

Ok, so my friend recently replaced the brake pads on his wife's Rav4 and noticed right from the beginning that the brakes felt really soft and that the car was barely braking to the point to where he has to reapply the brakes then the car stops. So he is wondering what needs to be done. He claims to have bled the brakes and re-installed everything correctly, but still has problem...How to solve soft braking, brakes barely engaging?The brakes were not bled properly.How to solve soft braking, brakes barely engaging?Master cylinder empty?

Rear brakes need adjusting?

Still has air in the system?How to solve soft braking, brakes barely engaging?Either something is not adjusted properly, or it is time for a new master cylinder.How to solve soft braking, brakes barely engaging?sounds like you have air in the lines, if not, have the rear brakes checked and adjusted.How to solve soft braking, brakes barely engaging?That Mr.KnowItAll guy is smart.......

How much will a local garage charge for fitting Brakes?

How much will a local garage charge for fitting Brake discs and pads for my 03 Ford mondeo?



I got a deal in ebay for 75 for front and rear brakes pads and discs, but not sure how will a local garage will charge to fit those.



Thanks,

KarthickHow much will a local garage charge for fitting Brakes?Between 2 1/2 to 3 hours garage time but remember that the shop that does the work will not give you any warranty on the parts nor the labor if the parts should fail.......

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How do the electric brakes work between the car and trailer? such as the extra 3 pins for the wires?

what exactly goes through the new 3 wires of the new plug in then the basic 4 pin. and what does the car say to the trailer for braking.. like how does it work?How do the electric brakes work between the car and trailer? such as the extra 3 pins for the wires?You need to buy a brake controler that mounts under the dash.



Or pay someone to install it.How do the electric brakes work between the car and trailer? such as the extra 3 pins for the wires?the ele brakes works off the electrical system in the vehicle-the ele brake system has to be hooked to the brake light wire on the car and when you mash the brake down it sends a signal through the light wire and activates the brake systemHow do the electric brakes work between the car and trailer? such as the extra 3 pins for the wires?on the four you have your main/ ground, your left and right blinkers, and stop light. on the seven it adds reverse light option and the main power to the brake controller.How do the electric brakes work between the car and trailer? such as the extra 3 pins for the wires?There are a couple of different types. One type has a manual lever placed under the dash that is engaged by the driver when he feels it is necessary. Another type basically reads pressure on the hitch that occurs when the brakes are applied on the tow vehicle, and in turn applies the trailer brakes