How to Replace Rear Disc Brakes in a Kia Spectra

The Kia Spectra comes available in two different braking styles. It comes with either disc or drum brakes. If your Spectra has disc brakes, read further to learn how to replace them in less than an hour.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Car jack
• Torque wrench
• Tool number OK9A4263001
• 2 Rear disc brake pads
• 2 Shims
• Water spray bottle
• Cloth

1. Raise the car from the ground using a car jack. Verify that the area is clear of children and animals. Distribute the Spectra's weight evenly.

2. Disassemble the wheels from the Spectra. Use a torque wrench to loosen the lug nuts. Take off the wheel and set is face up on the ground to prevent scratching.

3. Take off the parking brake cable located behind the rear disc brakes. Use your torque wrench to loosen the bolts. Remove the clip.

4. Loosen the caliper lock bolts. Remove the caliper and set is aside. Disconnect the V-springs from the brake pads, and then remove the pads and shims.

5. Rotate the piston with a special tool. This is available at the Kia dealership, item number OK9A4263001. Rotating the piston will compress it into the bore.

6. Replace the pads and shims with the new ones. Replace the V-springs and install the caliper. Use the torque wrench to tighten the lock bolts between 22 to 29 foot pounds.

7. Put the park brake cable back on and replace the clip. Install the wheels.

Tips & Warnings

• Before you replace the rear disc brakes on your Kia Spectra, wipe down the brake parts using a fine mist of water and a damp cloth. Dust and dirt that accumulate on the brake parts with regular use may cause asbestos fibers to form. Asbestos fiber causes serious bodily harm when the dust enters the air stream.