How To Replace Front Brakes 93-97 Dodge Intrepid
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 80 min · Dodge Intrepid
Replace the front brake pads and rotors on a 1993–1997 Dodge Intrepid, retracting the caliper piston and tightening the wheel and brake fasteners to the vehicle's specifications.
Tools you will need
- A Piece of Pipe (for leverage)
- Flat Blade Screwdriver
- Torque Wrench
- Pry Bar
- Jack Stands
- 19mm Socket
- 10mm Socket
- Lug Wrench
- Ratchet
- Floor Jack
- 1/2 Inch Breaker Bar
Parts and supplies
- Front brake pads
- Front brake rotors
- Wheel lug nuts
Steps
Raise the vehicle and remove the wheel
Loosen the lug nuts while the vehicle is on the ground. Raise and support it securely, remove the nuts, and take off the wheel.
Remove the caliper, pads, and rotor
Remove the caliper bolts and lift the caliper aside without straining the hose. Remove the pads and slide the rotor off the hub.
Install the replacement rotor
Clean the hub face and fit the new rotor. Temporarily secure it with a lug nut so it stays flush while the caliper and pads are installed.
Install the pads and caliper
Retract the caliper piston with a clamp and old pad. Fit the replacement pads in the bracket, reinstall the caliper, and tighten its bolts to the vehicle's specifications.
Reinstall the wheel and test
Remove the temporary lug nut, install the wheel, and snug the lug nuts evenly. Lower the vehicle, torque the nuts in a crossing pattern, pump the brake pedal until firm, and perform a cautious low-speed check.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.