Replace rear brake pad shims to correct clunk: Honda Pilot Brakes

Problem overview

On certain models the rear pads can cause a clunk when first braking due to brake pad shims restricting pad slide. Replacing the brake pad shims will fix this problem.

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Honda Pilot vehicles with this problem

2 model years affected

Average mileage: 130,000 miles

(80,000 - 180,000)

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Replace rear brake pad shims to correct clunk on Honda Pilot

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