Every time the brake system on a 1994 Honda Accord is about to be serviced or removed, it is a good idea to check the thickness of the rotors. A worn rotor that is below the acceptable limits heats faster and is more susceptible to warping and should be replaced. Each rotor has the minimum dimensions embossed on the center hub. Always replace the brake pads as well when replacing the rotors. The used pads are no longer a flat surface and would accelerate wear on the new rotors.
Instructions
- 1
Raise and support the car on jack stands. Remove the wheel/tire assembly using the lug wrench. Place the drip pan under the caliper. Use a wrench to loosen the caliper bleeder valve.
2Insert the screwdriver between the brake pad and the rotor and pry the brake pad in toward the vehicle to compress the piston into the caliper. Once the piston is fully compressed in the caliper, close the bleeder valve and tighten with the wrench.
3Use a 3/8-inch drive ratchet and a socket to loosen and remove the two bolts from the caliper. Use a suitable piece of wire and suspend the brake caliper from the spring so that it does not hang by its hose.
4Remove the two bolts in the caliper-mounting bracket, using the ratchet and a socket. Unscrew the two retaining screws in the rotor using a Phillips screwdriver. Pull the rotor off.
5Slide the new rotor on and replace all parts in reverse order of removal.
