OilChange123
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I'll be changing the rear brake pads and rotors on my 2017 civic sedan with the NA motor (Don't know if the brakes differ between the trims). This will be my first time doing any sort of maintenance on my car by myself/not from a mechanic. I've watched a number of youtube videos and guides and the process seems fairly straight forward and and good DIY job for a beginner. I'll also have a very experienced friend with me should any issues arise. So I'm confident it's something I'm capable of doing.
I don't have any sort of tools because I've never worked on a car before, so I'm going out some time this week to buy everything that I'll need. I was wondering if you guys could check over my checklist and let me know if I'm missing anything and/or any tips for doing this job.
This is on my list:
Floor jack with two jack stands and wheel chock
1. A socket and socket wrench set. I'm looking at this one: https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/mastercraft-socket-set-21-pc-0589207p.html#srp
Never having bought tools before, I'm learning a fair about drive sizes, socket sizes and so on.
2. Lug nut wrench to remove tires
3. Breaker bar possibly
4. Torque wrench
5. High temp anti seize
6. Brake grease
7. Piston compressor tool :https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-28600-...a71b4ca682c43bc8284dc19b8e4114&language=en_US
and something to compress it with
8. Brake pads and rotors
Is there anything that I'm missing in the list? Thank you
I don't have any sort of tools because I've never worked on a car before, so I'm going out some time this week to buy everything that I'll need. I was wondering if you guys could check over my checklist and let me know if I'm missing anything and/or any tips for doing this job.
This is on my list:
Floor jack with two jack stands and wheel chock
1. A socket and socket wrench set. I'm looking at this one: https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/mastercraft-socket-set-21-pc-0589207p.html#srp
Never having bought tools before, I'm learning a fair about drive sizes, socket sizes and so on.
2. Lug nut wrench to remove tires
3. Breaker bar possibly
4. Torque wrench
5. High temp anti seize
6. Brake grease
7. Piston compressor tool :https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-28600-...a71b4ca682c43bc8284dc19b8e4114&language=en_US
and something to compress it with
8. Brake pads and rotors
Is there anything that I'm missing in the list? Thank you
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