How to Replace Rear Brakes 03-07 Honda Accord
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 90 min · Honda Accord
Service the rear disc pads and rotors on a 2003–07 Honda Accord, including the screw-in rear caliper pistons and a final brake check.
Tools you will need
- Floor jack
- Jack stands
- 21 mm socket
- 12 mm socket
- 14 mm socket
- Brake piston rewind tool
- Wire brush
- Brake cleaner
- Torque wrench
Parts and supplies
- Rear brake pads
- Rear brake rotors
Steps
Raise and remove the wheel
Loosen the lug nuts, raise and support the rear of the vehicle securely, then remove the wheel. Keep the car stable before working around the brakes.
Remove the caliper and rotor
Remove the caliper slider bolts and lift the caliper away without straining its hose. Remove the bracket bolts and rotor screws, then pull off the rotor.
Clean the hub and caliper hardware
Brush corrosion from the hub and bracket. Note the inner and outer pad positions, clean the pad hardware and slider pins, and replace damaged clips or boots.
Install the rotor and bracket
Seat the new rotor on the clean hub and clean its friction surfaces with brake cleaner. Reinstall the rotor screws if serviceable, then secure the bracket using the vehicle's specified torque.
Retract the rear piston and fit pads
Use a rewind tool to turn the rear caliper piston inward while keeping its slots aligned with the pad locating pin. Lubricate slider pins and pad contact points sparingly, then fit the pads.
Reinstall the caliper and wheel
Lower the caliper over the pads and tighten the slider bolts to specification. Reinstall the wheel, lower the car, and torque the lug nuts in a star pattern.
Restore pedal feel and test
Pump the brake pedal until it feels firm before moving the vehicle. Check fluid level, inspect for leaks, and test the brakes gently at low speed before regular driving.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.