How to Replace Front Brakes 02-06 Suzuki XL-7
Difficulty: Beginner · About 60 min · Suzuki Xl-7
Replace the front brake pads and rotors on a 2002–06 Suzuki XL-7, cleaning the rotors and slides and checking brake function before driving.
Tools you will need
- Floor jack
- Jack stands
- 19 mm socket
- 14 mm socket
- 17 mm socket
- Brake cleaner
- Flat blade screwdriver
- C-clamp
- Torque wrench
Parts and supplies
- Front brake pads
- Front brake rotors
Steps
Lift and remove the wheel
Pry off the center cap and loosen the lug nuts with the vehicle on level ground. Raise and support the front securely, then remove the wheel.
Remove the pads and rotor
Remove the caliper fasteners and support the caliper so its hose is not strained. Remove the pads and bracket, then lift the rotor off the hub.
Prepare and install the rotor
Clean the new rotor with brake cleaner and seat it on the hub. Reinstall the bracket and tighten its fasteners to the vehicle's specification.
Install pads and caliper
Clean the pad slides and apply compatible lubricant sparingly to contact points. Fit the new pads, retract the piston with a clamp, then reinstall the caliper and tighten fasteners to specification.
Reinstall the wheel
Mount the wheel, start its lug nuts by hand, and lower the vehicle. Torque the lug nuts to specification in a crossing pattern and replace the center cap.
Check brake operation
Pump the pedal until firm before moving the vehicle. Inspect the brake fluid level and verify the brakes at low speed in a safe, clear area.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.