How to replace rear brakes and rotors on Honda Accord 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 (EPB)

Introduction

This tutorial provides a comprehensive guide on how to replace the rear brakes and rotors on a Honda Accord from the model years 2018 to 2022, specifically focusing on vehicles equipped with an Electric Parking Brake (EPB). This step-by-step process will help you perform the replacement safely and efficiently.

Step 1: Gather Necessary Tools and Materials

Before starting the brake replacement, ensure you have all the required tools and materials:

• Tools:

  • Jack and jack stands
  • Lug wrench
  • Brake caliper tool
  • Socket set
  • Torque wrench
  • Brake cleaner
  • Pliers
  • Screwdriver

• Materials:

  • New brake pads
  • New rotors
  • Grease for the caliper pins
  • Brake fluid (if needed)

Step 2: Prepare the Vehicle

To begin the brake replacement process, follow these steps:

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
2. Loosen the lug nuts on the rear wheels using the lug wrench, but do not remove them yet.
3. Raise the vehicle using a jack and secure it with jack stands to ensure safety while working underneath.

Step 3: Remove the Rear Wheels

Once the vehicle is secured:

1. Remove the lug nuts completely and take off the rear wheels.
2. Set the wheels aside in a safe location.

Step 4: Retract the Electric Parking Brake

Since this vehicle has an Electric Parking Brake, you'll need to retract the EPB before removing the caliper. Follow these steps:

1. Use an OBD-II scanner capable of EPB functions to retract the brake.
2. Follow the scanner instructions to put the EPB into service mode.

Step 5: Remove the Brake Caliper

After retracting the EPB:

1. Locate the caliper mounting bolts on the back of the caliper.
2. Use the appropriate socket to remove these bolts.
3. Carefully slide the caliper off the rotor and support it using a bungee cord or rope to avoid stretching the brake line.

Step 6: Remove the Old Brake Pads and Rotor

With the caliper removed, proceed to replace the pads and rotor:

1. Remove the old brake pads from the caliper bracket.
2. Unbolt the caliper bracket if necessary, then remove the rotor.
3. Clean the hub surface with brake cleaner to ensure proper installation of the new rotor.

Step 7: Install New Rotor and Brake Pads

Now, install the new components:

1. Place the new rotor onto the hub, ensuring it fits snugly.
2. Reinstall the caliper bracket, if removed, and tighten it to the manufacturer's specifications.
3. Insert the new brake pads into the caliper bracket.

Step 8: Reinstall the Brake Caliper

Once the new pads are in place:

1. Use the brake caliper tool to compress the caliper piston back into the caliper housing.
2. Slide the caliper back onto the rotor and align it with the mounting holes.
3. Reattach and tighten the caliper mounting bolts securely.

Step 9: Reconnect the Electric Parking Brake

After reassembling the brake components:

1. Use the OBD-II scanner to exit service mode for the Electric Parking Brake.
2. Test the EPB to ensure it functions correctly.

Step 10: Reinstall Wheels and Lower the Vehicle

Finally, complete the brake replacement:

1. Place the wheels back onto the hub and hand-tighten the lug nuts.
2. Lower the vehicle back to the ground using the jack.
3. Tighten the lug nuts to the specified torque settings in a crisscross pattern for even tightening.

Conclusion

You have successfully replaced the rear brakes and rotors on your Honda Accord. Make sure to pump the brake pedal a few times to ensure proper brake function before driving. Always check your brake fluid level after completing the job and dispose of old brake components responsibly. Regular brake maintenance is crucial for safety, so consider checking your brakes periodically.