I wouldn't be surprised if he is correct. If you own or have access to a micrometer, you can measure the rotor. The acceptable wear limit is embossed into the rotor itself.

As for the job, I don't disagree with eschew, but I ran into troubles with the wear detector, simply because I could not get my fingers up inside the fender/wheel well to disconnect the old one (on the front). The pads are indeed very easy.

 

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btt

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After changing pads does anything need to be done to reset the in dash sensor?

 

My front and - possibly- rear pads are due. Anyone has experience with Monroe pads that RockAuto is selling?

 

Why not get the OEM from Atlantic British?

 

e-eh, $35 minus $20 rebate vs. $100+?

 

Ok, received and changed the pads tonight, will post about experience with Monroe after some mileage. Original pads were Ferodo, btw.

The replacement was easy, but: I knew a 19 in. wheel is heavy, but - OMG - I didn't realize it's THAT heavy! Luckily they use lug nuts, not bolts, so no struggling when mounting.

 

Thanks all, the postings here really helped, especially the pics and discussion about the front sensor from jft1428.

Got Wagner thermo quiet pads and a replacement sensor from a local O'Reilly Auto Parts with a lifetime guarantee. Had them on in about 2 hours total.

Bggest issue was getting to the top plug for the sensor. Had to pull out 3 clips for the inner fender in order to pull it away and access the plug.

So far, no squeaks or squeals and the dust issue seems much better (although hard to tell much with just one day and a few miles).

Total cost, including brake anti-squeal and aerosol cleaner, $99

Will post follow-up on the dust and squeal after I've had enough time to evaluate

 

I just did my front brakes Saturday. I am a complete novice (most I have ever done is replace burnt out bulbs). What possessed me to take this on is beyond me but it really was a snap. it took me a total of about an hour and that included stopping to go get some anti-seize before buttoning everything up. I'd have to agree that the biggest pain was holding the plastic down while plugging in the brake wear sensor. Rear brakes and rotors coming up this week.

Joe Mac
06 LR3