Acura RDX Front Brake Job

[@andrewthompson6893]

Nice trick using the caliper itself to hold the pads so that the brake pad pin was easier to insert.

[@BoriPotter]

Best video and explanations i have seen so far. Learning the basics!

[@4Runner21]

Awesome vid! I’m getting ready to do rear wheel bearing hub replacement on 13 RDX front wheel drive, and can’t find torque specs for all the bolts?..

[@macduff1956]

You should put anti-seize grease on the bearing assembly before putting the new rotor on.

[@Zazu.325]

Great demonstration, right to the point made simple to understand..

[@romans5680]

The reason people strip that caliper screw is because they use a philipps screw driver. The correct tool for that would be a JIS (Japanese industrial standard screwdrivers)

[@Emry11]

OK but a set of couple of JIS bits cost around $60. Cost not justified.

[@romans5680]

@@Emry11 depends what part of the plant you live in, on Amazon $18 for a set of 4.

[@Emry11]

@@romans5680 Live on planet apes but found a set for $18 and got them.

[@romans5680]

@@Emry11 😂

[@Gavinnations]

I used a impact and striped it out

[@iwnr2525]

Avoid hammering the rotor to take it off. Use 2 - 8mm bold to remove rotor by tightening the bolts alternately until rotor is loose.

[@njshift]

That’s overkill if your replacing the rotor. Using a dead blow hammer will do nothing to the rotor or hub.

[@jacdos1838]

Thanks for the video, very well explained, I'll get to work, greetings from Mexico City😄

[@ScrufsGarage]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching!

[@4Runner21]

Awesome demonstration! Is this a 2013 RDX? WE have the same car if so! Can you share the torque specs for the slide pin bolts also? Thank you!

[@blastmink1352]

Thank you for great tutorial, if been helpful, cause I gonna do same on my daughters RDX. The only point to mention for all DIYers is to wear gloves when we work on potentially unclean areas on the car..

[@ScrufsGarage]

Thanks for watching. Good luck on your brake job!

[@iwnr2525]

Own 2014 RDX new, front rotor replaced 2X already, prone to warping!

[@ScrufsGarage]

Yea, you're definitely not alone; it seems to be a fairly common issue with Honda/Acura's. So far I'm very pleased with these rotors, though I've only got a couple thousand miles on them so far. Thanks for watching!

[@attocoulomb]

3 years later, are you still liking these pads/rotors?

[@ScrufsGarage]

Yes. They are wearing very well. No change in performance... when they are cold they need a little more pedal pressure. Once they are warm, they bite very well. And under heavy braking they have a bit of a moan noise, which might be a byproduct of the drilled rotors. No complaints though.

[@haron9874]

Thanks for sharing, I am deciding between taking it to the Acura agency, or doing it myself, watching your video seems like a simple job. 👍🏼

[@ScrufsGarage]

It’s definitely something you could do yourself if you wanted! Thanks for watching!

[@frankcostantini2630]

The brake grease is supposed to go on the caliper itself wherever the stainless steel pad clips touch the caliper. Rust forming on the caliper behind the clips can cause the clips to push away from the caliper and then bind the pads from sliding, especially in the "Rust Belt" areas of the country where snow and road salt are present. Grease should not go on the face of the clips that touch the pads as it will accumulate dirt/dust and potentially bind the pads from sliding easily across the clip. South Main Auto's brake job videos go into more explanation.

[@DIG_5050]

Wifes RDX has the dreaded rotor warp feel at 95K miles. Disassembled front brakes a couple of weeks ago and found the lower slide pin on the drivers side frozen. Cleaned it up lubed it and reinstalled it. Cleaned up both brakes in front. Still has the warp feel when you press firmly on the brakes. Pads are good, have about 30K on them; dealer replaced them at 65K miles. I noticed the pad spring is in the lower sets of holes in the pad, rather than the upper set of holes like you installed. Hmmm. Now I'm wondering if they were installed correctly at the dealership service.

[@Newtttton]

have the rotor replaced or resurfaced.

[@fernannantes6494]

Thanks for the video...I will be doing my 2017 rdx front brakes.

[@ScrufsGarage]

Glad I could help. Thanks for watching!

[@teresahernandez996]

The link you have placed in the description for your purchase of the rotors and brakes on Amazon. Will this fit my Acura RDX 2016?

[@teresahernandez996]

My calipers don't have that Acura emblem on it.

[@ronhh1]

Thanks!

[@ScrufsGarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@deewhite5255]

How have the brake rotors and pads held up over time?

[@ScrufsGarage]

They’ve held up very well. No complaints.

[@mikepiechnik9109]

I installed the same Powerstop Brakes( slotted and cross drilled) on my 2014 RDX and they e been excellent and haven't worn too much over these last couple years. Remember to follow the manufacturer's break-in protocol. This properly seats the brake pads and rotors together.

[@spidercool01]

Thank you for this great video... Can you tell me wich grease you put on the caliper guide pins(slide pins) ?

[@ScrufsGarage]

The Powerstop kit I got included a packet of brake caliper grease, so that's what I used. But if you don't have that, you can get brake caliper grease at any parts store. A lot of times they sell small packets at the register.

[@spidercool01]

@@ScrufsGarage I just ordered the same set you ordered, I hope it will last a few years Thanks again for the video and for your answer

[@spidercool01]

The brake kit is installed today, Powerstop Z23 is good quality. I'll hope it lasts 3 years, I drive a maximum of 8000 miles/year

[@k.i.m.5506]

nice video, thank bro! I notice you have a phone pairing and monitoring your camera when you were recording video. Is your camera a GoPro?

[@ScrufsGarage]

Yes. Mine is an old GoPro Hero3+ I believe. It uses wifi to pair with my phone. Since the camera doesn't have a screen on the back, I can use the GoPro app on my phone to line up shots, plus start/stop recording. It works fairly well but running the camera wifi eats batteries very fast. I've thought about getting a new GoPro with the screen on the back, but I'm cheap, haha.

[@k.i.m.5506]

@@ScrufsGarage Thanks man! It's probably not worth it to throw extra money for a new GoPro with the screen on the back. The idea caught my attention is that your phone is a LIVE VIEW MONITOR when you were recording yourself. So, you can make sure that everything you want to show is within the scope. It's pretty brilliant already, isn't it? LOL...

[@Emry11]

@@ScrufsGarage Even the new ones eat the battery very quick. This is flaw that I don't know why GoPro doesn't address it.

[@fengwang3224]

Did the noise when making left turns come back? It's happening to my 2015 RDX now. I checked Acura forums but there did not seem to be a clear definition of its cause and how to fix it. Thanks!

[@ScrufsGarage]

Yes, happy to report the noise when turning did not come back.

[@fengwang3224]

@@ScrufsGarage Great! I'm going to have mine replaced. Thanks very much!

[@LordTayo]

I have done a brake and rotors before with my dad a few years ago and figured I remembered enough to change the rotors and pads for my 07 rdx myself. I guess my only question is, are the rear pads and rotors just about the same since they are the same style breaks. Thanks for making videos you help folks like me save money and DIY.

[@ScrufsGarage]

Awesome, glad the video helped. The rear brakes would follow the same principle, though you will also have the parking brake.

[@Emry11]

@@ScrufsGarage I don't recall I had to push back any piston for the rear pads replacement.

[@wayneweaver2341]

Thanks

[@larrylau2063]

Thanks! It helps me a lot !

[@ScrufsGarage]

Awesome, glad to hear it was helpful! Thanks for watching.

[@RayRiv73]

Hows the brake dust? Do the rotors rust after a wash or rain?

[@ScrufsGarage]

Very little brake dust. Pads seem to work best once they have a little heat in them. Rotors holding up well. Coating on the friction surface is removed the first time you apply the brakes. So the friction surface is bare steel, which will flash rust after washing or rain like any rotor. Not a big issue though.

[@Emry11]

@@ScrufsGarage All rotors rust since they are plain cast iron. The coated ones may last a bit longer but even they will rust eventually. That's why I don't spend the extra on the coated ones.

[@devingelion]

What tool did you use to compress the piston back?

[@rs278]

Can you make a vedio of change the front bearing as well?

[@ScrufsGarage]

Hopefully this vehicle won't need the front hubs replaced for many more years, haha! But if/when they need to get replaced, I'll definitely make a video of the process.

[@neillewis5297]

What is the name of the Acura thing on the side of the caliber??

[@ralphcarcallas841]

I have a similar issue with my 2021 RDX since the time I bought it I heard a sound but during the reverse only when turning left or right. Is this the same cause? never had a brake service since 2021. Appreciate your help.

[@erroldavis2983]

What about the bottom spring??

[@AaronAndino]

How did these age? Did they hold up well?

[@ScrufsGarage]

Aaron Andino Holding up great so far. They need just a bit of heat in them to really bite well. Under hard braking they have a slight moan but nothing too bad. No squealing tho. So far very happy with them.

[@Emry11]

@@ScrufsGarage These ceramic pads are not suitable for upper states with cold climate. They don't work well in cold.

[@Rick-tb4so]

2015 acura rdx just replaced all pads and resurfaced rotors and now I have a low whine just before stopping It sounds like its coming from the rear.........HELP....

[@ultraman1017]

do you remember how many miles on it when you did the brake?

[@rickmartin1220]

On my 2013 Acura RDX it eats rear rotors. Not sure why but 2 full sets and car has only 45,000 miles.

[@mikepiechnik9109]

If this is a continuous problem try replacing the rubber brake line. Why? Sometimes mechanics use brake line compression tools to seal off the line from draining fluids during brake jobs, and it can crimp the line preventing a full release of your brakes upon application . This was the case in my brother's truck. Just a thought :)

[@Emry11]

You need to get your parking brakes inspected and make sure they are not sticking to the rotors. To prevent this you need to use the P-Brakes on a regular basis for them not get crystalized.

[@davediscostrezzo2107]

Where do you put your jack stand ? I know there is 4 jacking points .. do you put a jack stand on those jacking points and only have 1 wheel up at a time and jack vehicle from front in middle?

[@Emry11]

For max safety I recommend using a stand under the front axle itself.

[@Sammiecakes21]

what city and state is your garage at i could sure use you as a mechanic . I own an Acura RDX ,

[@JustaHondaAccord]

Did this solve the squeal on turns? Bought oem pads and rotors before seeing your video. Will select a different pad if yours worked.

[@ScrufsGarage]

Just a Honda Accord Yes it did get rid of the sequel. Though that was more a function of different pad shims than the pads themselves. Overall I’m happy with this setup but it does moan under hard braking. But they stop really well, especially once you get some heat in them.

[@richgregg9488]

I just did this job on same exact car. With new pads and rotors, now get loud groaning noise when going slow and hitting brakes, and when releasing pedal. Goes away after driving awhile...

[@ScrufsGarage]

Hmm, there can be a variety of things that can cause a noise. Did you do a bedding procedure for the new pads and rotors? You might also check and make sure the brake pad clips are properly installed, and that the pads can slide smoothly. Any indication a caliper piston could be sticking? (sometimes if you see abnormal wear on the old pads, it can indicate a caliper piston sticking). And sometimes the noise may just be the nature of the brand of pads/rotors. For example, with the pads/rotors I used in this video, I get a slight brake moan under hard braking at lower speeds. Nothing is wrong, and they stop really well. Just the nature of the pads and rotors. Sorry I can't help more, but hopefully that gives you a few ideas to check.

[@nameless742617000027]

caliper support part number pls

[@evaou491]

Thanks for sharing, do you have the product link in Amazon that i can refer? Thanks!

[@ScrufsGarage]

Yes, links are in the episode notes. 👍

[@nenenenenene11]

Fit in 2010 Rdx?

[@ScrufsGarage]

No, I believe the brake rotors fit from 2013-2018 RDX. So it would be a different part number for a 2010 RDX.

[@nenenenenene11]

@@ScrufsGarage thank you

[@jasmry]

Awww