How to Replace Rear Brakes 07-11 Honda CR-V
Difficulty: Advanced · About 90 min · Honda Cr-v
Replace the rear pads and rotors on a 2007–11 Honda CR-V while backing off the parking brake shoes enough to release the rotor.
Tools you will need
- Floor jack
- Jack stands
- 19 mm socket
- 12 mm wrench
- 17 mm socket
- Flat blade screwdriver
- Wire brush
- Brake cleaner
- Caliper piston rewind tool
- Torque wrench
Parts and supplies
- Rear brake pads
- Rear brake rotors
Steps
Lift and remove the wheel
Loosen the lug nuts while the vehicle is on the ground. Raise and support the rear securely, then remove the wheel and expose the brake assembly.
Remove the caliper and pads
Remove the caliper fasteners and support the caliper so its hose is not strained. Remove the pads and rotor retaining screws, keeping track of the hardware.
Release the parking brake shoes
Remove the rotor access plug and turn the adjuster to retract the parking brake shoes. Confirm the shoes no longer catch, then remove the rotor from the hub.
Prepare the pads and rotor
Clean the bracket slides and slider pins, applying brake grease only at contact points. Transfer any required boots or wear indicator, then clean the replacement rotor with brake cleaner.
Install rotor and bracket
Align the rotor with the hub and refit its retaining screws and access plug. Reinstall the caliper bracket and tighten its bolts to the vehicle's specification.
Install pads and caliper
Apply a small amount of lubricant to the pad ears, install the pads, and retract the caliper piston with the proper tool. Refit the caliper and tighten its fasteners to specification.
Reinstall the wheel and verify
Mount the wheel and torque the lug nuts to specification in a crossing pattern. Pump the brake pedal until firm, check the parking brake, and test cautiously at low speed.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.