Brake Pad Replacement near Oakland, California

There are 50 RepairPal Certified locations for Brake Pad Replacement, all with a minimum 12,000-mile/12-month warranty.

50 Results for Brake Pad Replacement near Oakland, California

Brake Pad Replacement can be completed at all of these locations, along with other repairs and services.

Engine Works Inc.

4.6

(487)

1.89 mi

1923 Minturn St

Alameda, CA

Closed

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Bruce's Tire & Auto Service - Oakland

4.7

(35)

3.3 mi

240 Hegenberger Road

Oakland, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Thu

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Galicia Auto Repair

4.8

(32)

3.67 mi

288 28th Street

Oakland, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Thu

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JC Auto Repair

4.5

(46)

4.94 mi

735 MacArthur Blvd

San Leandro, CA

Closed

Opens 8:30 AM Thu

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Precision Auto Care

4.8

(278)

6.12 mi

13990 E 14th st

San Leandro, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Thu

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Oceanworks II

4.3

(21)

6.82 mi

2703 10th St

Berkeley, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Thu

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Lopez Tires&Service Auto Repair

4.6

(15)

7.46 mi

621 Fargo Avenue

San Leandro, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Thu

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Clean air Auto Repair

4.7

(107)

8.57 mi

17034 Foothill Blvd

Castro Valley, CA

Closed

Opens 8:30 AM Thu

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San Francisco Automotive Solutions

4.5

(27)

10.01 mi

846 Harrison Street

San Francisco, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Thu

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Stress-Free Auto Care - Castro Valley

3.8

(25)

10.19 mi

22312 Redwood Road

Castro Valley, CA

Closed

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The Garage - San Francisco

4.7

(1721)

10.64 mi

340 10th Street

San Francisco, CA

Closed

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Tony's Collision Center

4.3

(13)

10.86 mi

140 11th St

San Francisco, CA

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Brake Pad Replacement

How are brake pads changed?

Here is an overview of the steps:

Raise the car on a lift or jacks and jack stands.
Remove the wheels.
Remove the brake calipers. Brake pad replacement is done in pairs — both front wheels or both rear wheels at the same time, or all four.
Remove and check rotors. Resurface or replace as necessary.
Replace worn brake pads with a new set.
Replace rotors and calipers.
Replace wheels and torque bolts to specifications.

Replacing brake pads on your vehicle is a fairly straightforward procedure, and can be done at home. But because brakes are essential safety equipment, we strongly recommend having a certified repair shop perform this job.

Other brake pad considerations

Brake rotors show wear patterns after many times of grinding into the old brake pads, and must be replaced to avoid brake noise, uneven braking pressure and unpredictable braking performance. Any grease or automotive fluid, other than water, on the brake rotor will instantly contaminate the brake pad, necessitating replacement of the pads.