How To Replace Front Brakes 94-99 Subaru Legacy
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 85 min · Subaru Legacy
Replace the front brake pads and rotors on a 1994–1999 Subaru Legacy, servicing the caliper slides and retainers before seating the pads and confirming a firm pedal.
Tools you will need
- A Piece of Pipe (for leverage)
- Large C-Clamp
- Socket Extensions
- Torque Wrench
- 14mm Socket
- 17mm Socket
- Jack Stands
- 19mm Socket
- Lug Wrench
- Ratchet
- Wire Brush
- Floor Jack
- 1/2 Inch Breaker Bar
Parts and supplies
- Front brake pads
- Front brake rotors
- Wheel lug nuts
Steps
Remove the front wheel
Loosen the lug nuts with the vehicle on the ground. Raise and support the front securely, remove the nuts, and take the wheel off.
Remove the caliper and rotor
Remove the caliper fasteners and lift the caliper off the rotor without stretching the brake hose. Remove the pads and bracket, then remove the rotor and clean rust from the hub face.
Prepare the bracket and rotor
Clean the slider pins and pad retainers, replacing any damaged hardware. Fit the new rotor and reinstall the caliper bracket, tightening its bolts to the vehicle's specification.
Install the pads and caliper
Retract the caliper piston with a C-clamp and an old pad. Install the new pads in their correct inner and outer positions, refit the caliper, and tighten its fasteners to specification.
Reinstall the wheel and check braking
Mount the wheel and snug the lug nuts evenly. Lower the vehicle, torque the nuts in a crossing pattern to specification, pump the pedal until firm, and perform a cautious low-speed brake check.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.