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73 pinto pad changing
« on: April 14, 2012, 06:26:58 PM »
I want to change my front pads and i don't know how the caliper  comes apart any info appreciated

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Re: 73 pinto pad changing
« Reply #1 on: April 15, 2012, 07:06:02 AM »
Jack up front of car & support.
Remove both front wheels.
Look behind calipers & you will see 2 bolts (in each one).
Remove the bolts & caliper will slide off rotor.
If rotors are worn & have a ridge or gouged then they will need turning or replaced.

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Re: 73 pinto pad changing
« Reply #2 on: April 16, 2012, 08:53:18 PM »
Thank you for your answer .