Brake Pad Replacement near Oceanside, 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 Oceanside, California

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

West Oceanside Automotive & Transmission

(74)

0.14 mi

229 South Coast Highway

Oceanside, CA

Closed

Opens 7:00 AM Mon

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Mission Auto Care

4.2

(27)

3.23 mi

3596 Mission Avenue

Oceanside, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Meineke

4.2

(440)

5.09 mi

3844 Plaza Drive

Oceanside, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Kevin's Auto Care

4.8

(17)

7.23 mi

1330 N Melrose Dr

Vista, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Adams Automotive & Towing in Vista, California | Since 1953

4.2

(30)

7.66 mi

158 Olive Avenue

Vista, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Vergara Automotive

4.6

(10)

10.1 mi

2244 s Santa Fe ave

Vista, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Centric Auto Repair

4.6

(160)

10.81 mi

375 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd

San Marcos, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Metro Transmission and Automotive

4.4

(25)

10.88 mi

1635 Grand Ave

San Marcos, CA

Closed

Opens 7:00 AM Mon

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Brake Masters San Marcos, Ca | Auto Repair Shop

(17)

11.36 mi

1300 Armorlite Drive

San Marcos, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Complete Car Care Encinitas

4.4

(21)

11.97 mi

318 A North El Camino Real

Encinitas, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Mon

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West Escondido Automotive & Transmission

4.4

(645)

16.21 mi

2200 Auto Park Way Ste A

Escondido, CA

Closed

Opens 7:00 AM Mon

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Sanger Fleet Services | Auto repair in Escondido

(11)

16.51 mi

380 North Engel Street

Escondido, CA

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Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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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.