How to Replace Brake Kit 00-02 Dodge Durango

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1A Auto shows you how to repair, install, fix, change or replace your own worn, squeaky, fading old brakes. This video is applicable to the 98 to 03 Dodge Durango or the 97, 98, 99, 00, 01, 02 and 03 Dakota models. The procedure is basically the same for many front wheel drive front disc brake equipped vehicles.
This process should be similar on the following vehicles:
2004 Dodge Durango
2005 Dodge Durango
2006 Dodge Durango
2007 Dodge Durango
2008 Dodge Durango
2009 Dodge Durango
🔧 List of tools used:
• Flat Blade Screwdriver 1aau.to/oSk/1AX...
• 19mm Socket 1aau.to/ouf/1AX...
• T47 Torx Socket
• Torque Wrench 1aau.to/oA2/1AX...
• Floor Jack 1aau.to/opx/1AX...
• Jack Stands 1aau.to/on9/1AX...
• Large C-Clamp
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[@BigChubbz92]

Just a few notes on the '02 Durango 4.7L SLT: 1. The caliper bolts took a 7mm Hex bit. NOT the T-47 Star. I was cussing you out on my way back to the parts store. ;) 2. There was a retaining clip holding my caliper in place on the rotor which needed to be pried free with a flathead screwdriver and re-affixed after changing out the pads. Otherwise, this video was very helpful. Just thought I'd post up for any '02 owners. I'm sure the differences were simply because of the model year.

[@xhuxchamespro7070]

Thank you i was cussing this guy out cause i couldnt figure out why my caliper wouldn't come off

[@1AAuto]

Yes you could do this too. Just remember to close the bleeder right after the caliper is compressed, and to check the brake fluid level.

[@Locruid]

Just wanted to thank you for the Video. Was getting ready to do the front pads on the wife's new-to-her Durango and so I reviewed the video for any surprises. Now I need to go get a T47 lol. Just glad I saw this before tearing the wheel off and finding out. Thanks again!

[@osksman]

Thank you guys for this video! I just replaced my wife brakes on her durango last week using this video as reference and was really amazed on how easy it was! Please keep making videos like this! You have a fan for life now!

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for watching. Glad we could be of help. Please let us know how the repair comes out! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@osksman]

Repairs all done! My wife just loves how her Durango feels! Now I'm wondering if you guys can help me replacing her shocks on her 08 durango! I've seen some video's but none on the 08 durango. If you guys can help that would be awesome! I also notice that the windshield reservoir was broken, any videos you guys have? I'm gonna be her new mechanic from now on because going to the dealership is waaay to expensive! Many Thanx for your videos, they are truly helpful!

[@thomas1761]

Great video but can anyone tell me what's the name of the that the hex screw go into . I seem to have stripped the threads in the hole

[@stevenbevier9540]

Just wanted to say thanks. I would have been lost without this video. I'll be back next time I need to know what to do.

[@krushertheman]

Just a note: 2001dakota uses a T45 hex driver. Thanks for a great video!

[@AKW90]

This did help me out. The torx is what I was wondering about. Thanks a lot.

[@BCJerbs]

Thank you so much! I'll be doing mine in a 99 tomorrow! And because you shared this video with us I'm feel confident that I'll be able to do this job! And will absolutely be giving you a solid shout out in a video afterwards! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and time with us! Watching from the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island in Canada! Cheers, Jerbs 👍🏼🇨🇦

[@1AAuto]

@jellystar7 Thank you for checking out our auto repair video. That's a different year than the range we had covered on this video. It's always interesting to see what changes bettween year ranges.

[@kman342]

Here's a caviet for others. The torx bolt may not be T47. I ran to the parts store and bought one; took off the wheel to find that mine was smaller than a T47.

[@wksowles]

THANK YOU FOR POSTING!!!! I have a '99 Durango, but I learn from your viddys! Very thorough! PLEASE continue....

[@1AAuto]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching 1aauto.com 866-403-3393

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for checking out our auto repair videos on KZbin.

[@linc69lix]

thank you so much, I recently did the brakes on an older ford explorer and it had a lock pin that u needed a magnet to get out and it took me 16 hours to find it on the 37 vids and how to sites, so I was worried that this might have some weird nuances that I wanted to be prepared for before doing my friends brakes. This seems pretty straight forward, you were a great help and I will tell my friends to look for your links. Lincoln hupp Portland, Oregon

[@britzberg]

Just did this today on a different vehicle, a refresher course always helps, thanks!

[@MikemfPanik]

Thanks for a very easy to follow vid. Got it done before football came on

[@1AAuto]

@RollingInc You would need to find a way to possibly clamp them around the outside, maybe a pair of vise grips. If there isn't a way to do this possibly go a size up on the torx bit to see if you can get them to turn. Hope this helps you out.

[@dameat9932]

Thank u very much 1aauto for your videos...they help us out a lot on different vehicles we work on.

[@1AAuto]

@phigo4kins You could also carefully wedge a large screw driver between the rotor and old brake pad and pry the brake caliper piston shut. A C clamp usually works best though to get the caliper collapsed all of the way.

[@MichaelFletcher0]

I'd highly advise brushing/filing and sanding smooth and lubing the sliding surface of the "big arms" (that you mentioned taking the braking force) as well as the tabs on the brake pads that "slide" on the arms. These Dodge models are NOTORIOUS for front brake lock up that many attribute to the pads catching/hanging up on the rusted/pitted slide areas. Google search on Dakota/Durango front brake lock up. Mine did to the point of massive smoking & cracked rotors. Dodge did a bad design here.

[@1AAuto]

@halfchinab0y You're quite welcome. we're adding to our rotor inventory daily.

[@1AAuto]

@venta234 We highly recommed changing the pads also, because then may be groved from the old rotors. If they aren't flat they may damage the new rotors.

[@1AAuto]

@mss627 The emergency brake can activated while doing the front brakes. Use wheel chocks anyway.

[@1AAuto]

@ThePowerhouseHD You could try to place the brake line in an upright position, to see if this helps to keep it from leaking, or you could get the replacement ready to go so that you don't loose to much fluid when the old one comes off.

[@1AAuto]

@TheHampdenRaven Thank you for checking us out. We have a huge selection of headlights and side markers for all kinds of vehicles on our website 1aauto.com All of our parts also have FREE SHIPPING. Hope this helps you out.

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for stopping by and checking out our KZbin videos. We try to help you guys out by providing tool sizes, some of the bolts may differ depending on the year and/or plant they were manufactured at. Usually this isn't they case, but it does happen sometimes.

[@tracymckenzie5099]

You guys are the best!!! Thanks so much for your time and making these great videos!!!!

[@engineheadsd70]

You should one for the back brakes as well. Was a little unsure for a bit till I realized the two small bolts are where the Torx should be. The two larger bolts also had to come out for removal of the brake bracket as I had to replace the rotor this time. But all in all this got me going in the right direction.

[@1AAuto]

Unfortunately we do not currently have a video on the 2005 model year but we will keep this in mind for one very soon.

[@1AAuto]

@ignigknogt If the rotors are bad, you should change the pads and the rotors at the same time, so that the old pads do not damage the new rotors.

[@1AAuto]

Thanks for watching. We carry some great brake rotor and brake pad kits for all kinds of vehicles. Hope this helps you out.

[@scottytruth]

Great vid! Thanks, even tho it was only thru 2003 Durango, it helped me with my 2004 which is essentially the same except that the T-47 was replaced with a metric 22mm bolt (for those post 2003 owners) on the inside of the caliper (a trip or two to autozone and I eventually figured out the size). Couldn't even get the Haynes book for post 2003. Front is def different with the spring clips, but it's not rocket science if you pay attention to how it comes out. Saved a bunch thx to these vids

[@1AAuto]

@DIG73RD This video is specific to the Dodge Durango and also the Dakota.

[@mjjackass1]

This video came in very handy, thank you guys so much!!!!😄

[@1AAuto]

You may want to recheck everything. and pump up the breaks when you are done to see if that solves the issue.

[@1AAuto]

@edu243346 The ceramic ones will have very little dust, and will also last longer.

[@1AAuto]

@TheHampdenRaven You could try some auto parts stores or even the Craftsman section at Sears.

[@1AAuto]

We carry the brake pad and rotor kits on our website, and also the rear drums (out of stock right now). Here's a link to the brake pads and rotor kits for your Durango the drums should be back in stock by the middle of next week.1aauto.com/1A/-/Dodge/Durango/-/-/2002?ATony

[@1AAuto]

@TheHampdenRaven They're both decent, but the Rabestos ons are slightly better.

[@Magnum_Express]

@1aauto i ended up replacing the rotors, wasnt that bad at all. your heads up for using the t47 was a big time saver. didnt have to go looking for one, already had it. my brakes dont look like the ones in the video at all. not sure why. it created a little hassle due to some kind of flexible bar/pin that was pinching the brake to the rotor. hard to explain.

[@1AAuto]

@JPridhamProduction If you have a wire brush, you could try to clean them out with that.

[@Joeo-qk2du]

Always clean and grease the caliper guide pins. Also the pins should be checked with a flashlight mirror or whatever you can figure out to see what the head is. My 2002 Durango had hex’s . If caliper pins get stripped Napa has oversized self tapping ones to fix that issue

[@joelalvarez1470]

Thank you so much. This video was very helpful.

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for watching! Glad to be of help. Please let us know how the repair turns out. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@TheDivino21]

Excellent video

[@hebrewisraelite969]

Thanks for the video, I just got a 95 Dakota

[@1AAuto]

If the truck has rear disk brakes the process should be similar to the front. On (some) vehicles the rear disc brakes may require a special tool that you might need that turns the caliper in from the backside. If not then they would collapse just like the fronts with a C-Clamp. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@omnisentinel]

Excellent tutorial.

[@1AAuto]

@SkiRacer1953 We currently do not have a brake pad video on that particular year Dodge Durango. It may be the same size Torx as the earlier model.

[@1AAuto]

@TheHampdenRaven If they carry tools you might find one there, or you could try your local auto parts store.

[@av8ionUSMC]

Appreciate the video for DIYers like myself trying to save a buck, well done. Now, to check out your website.

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for watching. Please let us know how the repair comes out! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@brazenhammer3307]

You guys are great

[@doughb0y546]

@Regina Hamby Bad shocks can also cause uneven tread wear on your tires. Which in turn can cause some of the symptoms you are referring to.

[@ThePowerhouseHD]

Great video! I have a quick question though... Did you have to drain the brake fluid before separating the caliper from the rotor? I would like to give this a go to remove the rust from my rotors and calipers, but I just don't know what to do about brake fluid, or how much it will cost to refill.

[@1AAuto]

You may want to check the suspension components to see if any of them are worn, or if the caliper on the side it pulls to is hanging up. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@228joepr]

Awesome vid, you just save me lots of cash. thanks

[@Zerostar369]

Great video. My '02 Durango just started pulling to the right under breaking. Inspected everything and all looks well. Plenty of pad life left and what not. Any thing in particular I can check/test?

[@1AAuto]

@BlGRUDY Thank you for visiting our auto repair channel on KZbin.

[@1AAuto]

@Filmaker25 A Philips head would not work. Torx head bolts are the type of bolt with a Torx head on them that the factory used.

[@1AAuto]

If the brake pads are fine, you could try to bleed the brakes to see if that helps.

[@yamsi12]

Great video. On a sidenote don't know if its just my Durango but it was a T45 torx bit not a T47.

[@MrCarmichael47]

yamsi12 just ried mine too. its a t45 too

[@roychapican8993]

yamsi12 would a hexagons wrench work.

[@NickRomick]

Jesus. I wish I'd read this comment before running all over town trying to find a t47, only to find that it didn't work

[@eackerw85]

add another successful job to the list!!!! good video incredibly informative. one question though. when I pulled the T 47 bolts one pulled the threads with it. I bought new ones but they were now Allen wrench instead of the torx head

[@1AAuto]

+Capt. Cheese That happens sometimes when you get replacement bolts. Allen heads are just fine to use instead. Thank you for the positive feedback, we really appreciate it! If you have a minute, drop us a review on our Facebook page to let other people know about your experience with us. Here's a link: facebook.com/1AAuto/reviews/

[@1AAuto]

If the brake pedal pulsates it may be the rotors that are warped. We carry brake pad and rotor kits for many vehicles with free shipping on our website 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@69specialkd]

I have an 02 Dodge Dakota and had same deal as Jay Joe. The tool list recommends a T47 driver to remove brake caliper, but it's a T45 versus T47.

[@1AAuto]

On the vehicle that we repaired our took a T47, it may also depend on the date, and what plant your trucks were manufactured at. We try to provide an accurate tools list to help you out. Thanks for posting. Have a great day!

[@Nguyenbay4]

Hi really informative vid . i have a 2002 durango that needs brake, caliper and drums changed .. what are your recommendation on brands and such. Thanks in advance!!

[@mikekoch1966]

thanks! great help, got it done easy.

[@1AAuto]

+Michael Koch Thanks for the kind words. Glad to hear we could help you out. For anyone else looking to replace their brake pads and rotors, 1A Auto carries the parts here: www.1aauto.com/1A/BrakePadAndRotorKits/Dodge/Dakota/1ABFS00019?KZbin&CTA%20Comment&ATony

[@edu243346]

what's the benefit to ceramic / platinum or just regular pads...or is it just what the manufactuer recommends? Thanks for the vide

[@DZ-hu2sv]

Double check your bolts always. This video failed to mention it may differ. Especially if calipers have been previously replaced.

[@1AAuto]

+zachary dorsey Thanks for the tip!

[@venta234]

is it necessary to change your pads when you are trying new rotors? or you can use the old ones?

[@ken3marcus]

I got one caliper and put it on; but it was for the wrong side. So, it wouldn't bleed properly since the bleeder has lower than the banjo bolt. Pretty obvious after the face. For my 99 the caliber bolts were allens. 7mm if I recall.

[@bananaers1]

You have wonderful videos. Anyways... I was wondering if this aplies for both the front and back brakes? I know some cars have drums in the back and they are different to replace.

[@Magnum_Express]

you dont have to knock the brakes out if you are just replacing the rotor right? i supposed had new brakes put on by the dealership i just bought my dakota from. its got around 100k miles and the rotors are shot. thanks for the video

[@primosp1983]

Is there a huge difference between the 97-03 and the 05 model? I am about to tackle the front pads and rotors on my 05 durango with this video

[@1000HPCLUB]

Thank you very much for the video. I changed the brakes and the rotors form my 2006 grand caravan and after tightening everything the rotors are loose??? i'm wondering why and is that normal for such a vehicle? When i say loose i mean the torque bolts are screwed in all the way, but there seems to be room for the rotors to wiggle a little bit....

[@1AAuto]

You could have the dealer run your VIN numer and they could tell you.

[@stanstolarski8325]

I'm replacing my worn semi-metallic 2003 pads with a new type hybrid ceramic brake pads as well as new rotors. The new hybrid ceramic pads do not have the mounting spring clips attached to the back sides as your brake pads do. My question is do I improvise & use the old mounting clips on the newer type ceramic pads or re-invent a newer way of making them similar to make them fit. The box description states they are an exact fit for my Durango but they are stripped of any brackets or mounts. Unless I'm having a senior moment can you please advise me on how to utilize the new hybrid ceramic pads to fit & work properly. Thank you Sir !!!

[@MetalMan2k]

Great Video! Thank you very much!

[@1AAuto]

+MetalMan2k Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/1A/BrakePadAndRotorKits/Dodge/Dakota/1ABFS00019?KZbin&CTA+Comment&XElDvh08A

[@1AAuto]

It should be fairly similar.

[@Vacmasterthegreat]

could you open the bleeder screw to ease the compression of the caliper piston?

[@hsehld6]

Thanks for the heads up!

[@Filmaker25]

Can you use something instead of the torqx , something in replace of it like a philips head?

[@C7SH0CK]

thank you, helped a lot

[@phigo4kins]

Hey Nice Video By the way... So quick question, what if I don't have the "C" Clamp. what else can I use??? A timely response will be greatly appreciated!, :)

[@103959770979]

Nice video but I have a question. How do I know if my car have performance package breaks or not? is a question every break parts ask all the time, how we can recognize this? Thank you.

[@Bmorecity69]

this will help me out so much thank you :-)

[@cagedracer]

great video and thanks for all your videos. I just got my brake kit from 1A Auto and will be installing this weekend. One question though, do you recommend using brake grease on the back of the pads and or caliper bolts? Thank you

[@1AAuto]

Yes, you can get some anti-squeak grease for the back of the brake pads at your local auto parts store. You should also lubricate the brake pins to keep them sliding freely. Our brakes are awesome. Here's a link to our Google reviews if you could post a review it would be greatly appreciated. goo.gl/Id4soE

[@skipydedoda]

same here... wish i would have read your post before i went to buy one lol

[@DAKIOWABOI]

Very helpful

[@1AAuto]

Sometimes you need to bang them off from the backside with a hammer.

[@breenieves5947]

thank you very much u helped me so much

[@DJControllerC]

@engineerdave130 did the quote include parts? You still have to buy a rotor an pads- cost me $85 for one rotor and 4 break pads- 1 yr warranty on rotor, lifetime on pads at autozone(as long as u dont wear to the metal), also u gotta clean that grease off that comes on the new rotor with brake cleaner

[@afmc0321]

Did you put the charter clips back in?

[@DIG73RD]

Does this video also apply to a '97 dodge ram truck?...Thank You.

[@SkiRacer1953]

does a 2007 dodge durango require the same T47 socket ?

[@lilloser501]

hey man um i replace all my brakes and my brakes are alittle good then how i had it when i bought my car but they still take a long time to get to a full stopp any help do i need to replace some thing

[@1AAuto]

@DJControllerC Check out our rotor and pad kits on 1aauto.com many of our kits cost only a little more than what you paid for had paid for 1 rotor with a couple of pads.

[@gdheavner]

i agree ,i have a 98 durango an its not a t-47 either, it is a torque bit but not tha t-47, more like a 45

[@hilarious5747]

Ok thank you. Just wanted to make sure

[@jesseokonek6048]

I have a 99 Durango, doing pads, rotors, and calipers all new. Issue is front pad on the passenger side will not fit into the molding. I can get one tab to catch but not the other and the spring isnt the issue its like there is not enough clearance. I sanded down the rusted parts and the sides just beneath the tabs on the pads but still no go. Any ideas? Also pads are not defective, swapped the out bought some from a different store, still the same issue. Its like somehow something bent that i cant visibly see.

[@Psxmoe]

Video description says 97 -03 for dakota but audio wise you said 97-04 dakota? 0:43 Just wondering cause i want to takle this job and 2004 was an odd year of new engines but last year for the body style. And lucky me its 2004 haha. Thanks for the video

[@1AAuto]

If for some reason your 2004 is different, you should be able to apply the basic steps shown in this video to your application. The size of the tools needed might be different. Thanks for watching. 1aauto.com

[@Fabian7024]

My disc is stuck its a 2005 durango and theres no holes for those screws to get it loose how do i get it off?