How to Replace Rear Disc Brakes in a Mitsubishi Eclipse

On a Mitsubishi Eclipse you replace the rear disc brakes exactly as you do the front brakes, with one slight difference. You must disconnect the parking brake cable from each rear caliper. Read further to learn how to replace the rear disc brakes on your Eclipse so you will know what to expect.

Instructions

1

Siphon brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir. Do this with either a syringe or suction gun. Set the brake fluid aside to replace any necessary brake fluid after you replace the rear disc brakes.

2

Lift the vehicle from the ground using a car jack. Support the Eclipse on all sides to prevent falling. Look for children or animals in the area that may climb underneath the car.

3

Take off the wheels from the Eclipse by loosening the lug nuts with a torque wrench. Set the wheels aside face up to prevent damage to it.

4

Disengage the emergency brake from inside the vehicle. Remove the parking brake cable.

5

Pull out the caliper lower pin. Rotate the caliper assembly upwards. Secure the caliper assembly with a wire to keep it out of the way.

6

Remove the outer shims, brake pads and spring clips from the caliper support. Push the piston down and into the caliper bore. Grease the areas of contact that slide or rotate with silicone based lubricant.

7

Replace the brake pads, shims and spring clips with the new ones and fasten them to the caliper support. Lay the caliper on the brake pads and install the lower pin, making sure to tighten it securely. Replace the wheels and lower the vehicle.