Brake Pad Replacement near San Diego, 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 San Diego, California

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

Griffin's Auto Repair

4.6

(677)

0.4 mi

1542 State St

San Diego, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Mon

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Dragonfly Automotive

4.7

(722)

2.11 mi

4055 Pacific Highway

San Diego, CA

Open

Closes 4:00 PM

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Mission Hills Automotive

4.7

(241)

2.25 mi

308 West Washington

San Diego, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Pacific Highway Auto Repair

4.3

(31)

2.59 mi

4306 Pacific Hwy

San Diego, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Speedy Auto Repair & Smog Check

4.4

(38)

2.95 mi

2950 Kurtz Street

San Diego, CA

Open

Closes 4:00 PM

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Dieter's Porsche & BMW Service

4.7

(41)

3.31 mi

3375 Hancock Street

San Diego, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Robert's Auto Service

4.7

(900)

6.64 mi

4630 Mission Bay Dr

San Diego, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Mon

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SD Tire & Wheel Outlet | Not just tires, but a whole lot more!

4.8

(15)

6.79 mi

3905 Convoy Street

San Diego, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Convoy Auto Repair

4.4

(1024)

6.8 mi

3909 Convoy St

San Diego, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Mon

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Midas - San Diego

4.6

(99)

6.84 mi

1805 Garnet Avenue

San Diego, CA

Open

Closes 5:00 PM

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Wentworth Automotive

4.7

(346)

6.9 mi

7755 Othello Ave

San Diego, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Mon

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Coastal Auto Repair

4.8

(15)

6.91 mi

1625 Garnet Ave

San Diego, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 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.