Brake Pad Replacement near Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, California

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

Street Scene On & Off Road Performance

4.7

(87)

19.92 mi

27 1st Street

Watsonville, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Renson Automotive

4.9

(633)

20.69 mi

1436 White Oaks Rd #9

Campbell, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Stress-Free Auto Care - Campbell

4.2

(77)

20.76 mi

2970 South Winchester Boulevard

Campbell, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Sat

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Motorpool Automotive

4.3

(77)

21.08 mi

920 Camden Ave

Campbell, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Larson Auto Repair

4.9

(147)

21.09 mi

901 Camden Ave

Campbell, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Mon

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C & N Automotive Center

3.7

(18)

21.28 mi

2531 South Winchester Boulevard

Campbell, CA

Closed

Opens 9:30 AM Mon

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Meineke Car Care Center #2296

3.9

(30)

21.61 mi

4701 Hamilton Avenue

San Jose, CA

Closed

Opens 7:30 AM Sat

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Hamilton Union Service / Alliance

3.9

(35)

22.52 mi

337 E Hamilton Ave

Campbell, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Sat

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Stress Free Auto Care - San Jose (Tires Unlimited)

4.7

(65)

23.92 mi

3744 Stevens Creek Blvd

San Jose, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Sat

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D&R Automotive

4.8

(15)

23.93 mi

21855 Homestead Road

Cupertino, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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B&C Auto Center

4.9

(97)

24.47 mi

1850 Almaden Rd

San Jose, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Sunnyvale Mobil

4.8

(15)

25.11 mi

1296 Sunnyvale Saratoga Rd

Sunnyvale, CA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Sat

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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.