How to Replace Front Brakes 01-06 Chrysler Sebring
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 120 min · Chrysler Sebring
Replace the front pads and rotors on a 2001–2006 Chrysler Sebring, inspect the caliper slides, and confirm firm pedal feel and safe braking before returning to traffic.
Tools you will need
- A Piece of Pipe (for leverage)
- Large C-Clamp
- Torque Wrench
- Rust Penetrant
- Jack Stands
- 18mm Socket
- 19mm Socket
- Brake Parts Cleaner
- 7mm Hex Wrench
- Bearing Grease
- Flat Blade Screwdriver
- Wire Ties
- Ratchet
- Wire Brush
- Floor Jack
Parts and supplies
- Front brake pads
- Front brake rotors
Steps
- Raise the vehicle and remove the wheel
Loosen the lug nuts with the tire on the ground. Lift the front at an approved point, support it on jack stands, and remove the wheel to inspect the pads and rotor.
- Remove the caliper and pads
Release the pad-retaining wire and caliper bolt caps, then remove the guide bolts. Retract the piston enough to free the caliper, support it with a wire tie, and remove the pads and slide hardware.
- Remove the bracket and rotor
Apply penetrant to the bracket fasteners and allow it to work. Remove the bracket bolts and lift the bracket away, then slide the rotor off the hub without damaging the wheel studs.
- Prepare the new brake parts
Clean the bracket slides and hub face with a wire brush, inspect the caliper pins, and lubricate only the approved sliding points. Clean the new rotor with brake cleaner and keep its friction faces free of grease.
- Install the rotor, pads, and caliper
Seat the rotor and reinstall the bracket with its fasteners tightened to specification. Fit the new pads, retract the piston with a C-clamp, then reinstall the caliper and retaining wire.
- Reinstall the wheel and check braking
Mount the wheel and hand-start its lug nuts. Lower the vehicle and torque the lugs in a star pattern to specification, pump the pedal until firm, and test braking slowly in a clear area.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.