How to fit MTB brake pads?

How to fit MTB brake pads?

In order to maintain reliable and effective braking, it is important to change your brake pads regularly. A fairly simple operation to carry out yourself.

  • Time: 20 min
  • Level: Intermediate
  • Tools: 3, 5 and 6 mm Allen keys | Piston press | Needle-nose pliers | Torque wrench and bits | New brake pads | Braking system-specific degreaser| Cloth.

Steps

  1. Remove the front wheel.
  2. Using the piston press, push the pistons back to the bottom of the calliper.
  3. Remove the set of brake pads by unscrewing the bolt with a 3 mm Allen key, and removing the safety pin on the opposite side using needle-nose pliers. You can then remove the whole assembly: left pad, right pad and their spring. Probikeshop tip: A brake pad should be replaced when the lining reaches 0.5 mm in thickness or when you start to hear the spring touching the disc.
  4. Before proceeding with the brake pad change, take the opportunity to clean the calliper and its pistons using a specific cleaner/degreaser for this type of dirt.
  5. We will now install the new brake pads. Insert the spring between the two pads then push the pads to the back of the calliper. Probikeshop tip: Make sure to follow the side markings: "R" (right) for the right side and "L" (left) for the left side, present on both the pads and the spring, to ensure the safety of your installation.
  6. Refit the retaining bolt (tighten partially) and the safety pin that holds the pads together in the event of the bolt coming loose unexpectedly. Then proceed to final tightening of the retaining bolt to a torque of 3 Nm using a torque wrench.
  7. All that remains is to refit the front wheel and check braking effectiveness.

Your new brake pads are now installed. It is recommended to bed in the pads to optimise braking performance.

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