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    Default 09 SE5 Front Brakes replacement - after DIY Guide??

    Have looked all over here and YouTube, not finding anything. HELP!

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    Last edited by Peter Aawen; 01-05-2022 at 04:58 PM. Reason: Removed Prefix - this is a 'How do I?' not a 'How to:' DIY explanation....
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    It's a pretty straight forward install. Take the wheels off. Take the calipers off. Press the pistons in with a C-Clamp or similar. Install the new pads in reverse order, etc. Remove some brake fluid from the front brake reservoir so it does not overflow. And don't turn the ignition key on or press the brake peddle while you have anything disassembled.

    Press on the brake peddle several times with the key off when you're done before starting the Spyder. This will push the pads up against the rotors and keep you from getting a brake failure warning. Top off the reservoir and you should be good to go.
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    Quote Originally Posted by BajaRon View Post
    It's a pretty straight forward install. Take the wheels off. Take the calipers off. Press the pistons in with a C-Clamp or similar. Install the new pads in reverse order, etc. Remove some brake fluid from the front brake reservoir so it does not overflow. And don't turn the ignition key on or press the brake peddle while you have anything disassembled.

    Press on the brake peddle several times with the key off when you're done before starting the Spyder. This will push the pads up against the rotors and keep you from getting a brake failure warning. Top off the reservoir and you should be good to go.
    ...plus I would put " Brake Squeal Stop " ( CRC brand ) on the back of the Pads before installing them ..... Mike

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    Quote Originally Posted by BLUEKNIGHT911 View Post
    ...plus I would put " Brake Squeal Stop " ( CRC brand ) on the back of the Pads before installing them ..... Mike
    Mike is right about the application of a brake squeal product. There are a few optional things that can be done to help the system work better. You should also clean and apply a bit of anti-seize compound (THIN Layer) to any area where the pads slide on the caliper.

    Good luck with your install! It's not that difficult.
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    This is not new.
    I would mention. Remove the reservoir cover and suck a bit out. When you depress the pistons it will fill it up.
    If that fluid spills its really nasty stuff and great paint stripper as well.
    Prior to pushing them back I would clean up the pistons. Old toothbrush and Brake Clean works very well.
    Dont get it in your eye, work sensibally with the brush.
    If you wish pump the pistons out completely. You may have to grab them and pull them out for the last bit.
    Dont scratch them!

    Then reassemble after lubing with that Red Rubber Grease or whatever you have up there.

    Why not do a fluid change while your there and have the tools out.

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