How to Replace the Rear Brakes on a 2000 Cadillac
Cadillac is the luxury make of automobiles in the General Motors line up. As a luxury brand, Cadillac provides its vehicles with the best features available. This means that a Cadillac comes equipped with four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes. Replacing the rear brakes is as easy as removing the old brake pads and replacing them with new brake pads. With the right tools and replacement parts, a do-it-yourself mechanic can generally replace both rear brakes in a Saturday afternoon.
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Instructions
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Accessing the Brakes
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Park the Cadillac on a flat and solid surface.
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Loosen the lug nuts on both rear wheels, using the tire iron.
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Place the floor jack under the rear differential and lift the vehicle.
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Place a jack stand under the axle next to each wheel and lower the vehicle onto the jack stands.
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Remove the lug nuts and the tires.
Changing the Brakes
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Use the wrench and socket set to remove the bolts that hold the brake assembly in place.
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Remove the brake assembly from the brake rotor.
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Knock out the old brake pads, using the handle of the wrench.
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Slide the new brake pads into place.
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Set the brake assembly over the brake rotor and insert the bolts to hold it in place.
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Tighten the bolts, using the wrench and socket set.
Completing the Job
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Repeat the brake changing process for the other side of the Cadillac.
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Put the wheels back on the axles, then evenly screw on the lug nuts to set the wheels.
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Use the floor jack to lift the van off the jack stands.
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Remove the jack stands and lower the van to the ground.
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Tighten all of the lug nuts on all tires, using the tire iron.
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References
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