Honda Accord Brakes

Brakes

Table Caption: This table lists conventional brake components and their associated page numbers. The entries include inspection and replacement of front brake pads, overhaul of rear brake calipers, and information on ABS.

NOTE: Refer to the 1998-2002 Accord Service Manual, PIN 6158400 for the items not shown in this section.

Outline of V6 Model Change

The front brake caliper is different; the brake pad replacement and the brake caliper overhaul procedures are included.

Conventional Brake Components

Front Brake Pads Inspection and Replacement

ACAUTION

Frequent inhalation of brake pad dust,regardless of material composition,could be hazardous to your health .

• Avoid breathing dust particles .
• Never use an air hose or brush to clean brake assemblies. Use an OSHA-approved vacuum cleaner.

1. Loosen the front wheel nuts slightly. Raise the front of the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported. Remove the front wheels. Remove the brake hose mounting bolts (A) from the knuckle.
2. Remove the caliper bolt (B), and pivot the caliper (C) up out of the way. If the caliper pin head is the hex. type, the caliper bolt should be removed using a wrench while holding the caliper pin with another wrench. Check the hoses and pin boots for damage and deterioration.
3. Remove the pads (A), pad shims (B), and pad retainers (C).
4. Using vernier calipers, measure the thickness of each brake pad lining. The measurement does not include the pad backing plate (A) thickness.
5. If the brake pad thickness is less than the service limit, replace the front pads and shims together as a set.
6. Clean the caliper thoroughly; remove any rust, and check for grooves and cracks.
7. Check the brake disc for damage and cracks.

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12. Pivot the caliper down into position, being careful not to damage the pin boot. Install the caliper bolt (8), and torque it to proper specification. If the caliper pin head (C) is the hex. type, the caliper bolt should be installed by using a wrench while holding the caliper pin with another wrench. Install the brake hose onto the knuckle .
13. Press the brake pedal several times to make sure the brakes work, then road-test.

NOTE: Engagement of the brake may require a greater pedal stroke immediately after the brake pads have been replaced as a set. Several applications of the brake pedal will restore the normal pedal stroke.

14. After installation, check for leaks at hose and line joints and connections, and retighten if necessary.

Conventional Brake Components

Front Brake Caliper Overhaul

ACAUTION

Frequent inhalation of brake pad dust, regardless of material composition, could be hazardous to your health .

• Avoid breathing dust particles .
• Never use an air hose or brush to clean brake assemblies. Use an OSHA-approved vacuum cleaner.

Remove, disassemble, inspect, reassemble, and install the caliper, and note these items:

• Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; It may damage the paint; if brake fluid gets on the paint, wash it off immediately with water.
• Clean all parts in brake fluid and air dry; blowout all passages with compressed air.
• Before reassembling, check that all parts are free of dirt and other foreign particles.
• Replace parts with new ones as specified in the illustration.
• Make sure no dirt or other foreign matter gets into the brake fluid.
• Make sure no grease or oil gets on the brake discs or pads.
• When reusing pads, always reinstall the brake pads in their original positions to prevent loss of braking efficiency.
• Do not reuse drained brake fluid.
• Always use Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid. Non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system.
• Coat the piston, piston seal, and caliper bore with clean brake fluid.
• Replace all rubber parts with new ones.
• After installing the caliper, check the brake hose and line for leaks, interference, and twisting.

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Conventional Brake Components

Front Brake Caliper Overhaul (cont'd)

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Brakes

Table Caption: This table is a table of contents for a section on conventional brake components, specifically detailing ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) information, including troubleshooting, circuit diagrams, and component replacement procedures for various models. It also includes a separate section for ABS/TCS components on 2001-2002 models.

NOTE: Refer to the 1998-2002 Accord Service Manual (PIN 61S8400) for the items not shown in this section.

Outline of V6 Model Changes

• The locations of the modulator unit and ASS control unit were changed;
• -Component location index was added.
• -Modulator unit removal and installation was added.
• -ABS control unit replacement was added.
• Ground numbers of pump motor ground and ABS control unit ground were changed;
• -DTC troubleshooting index was added.
• -Symptom troubleshooting index was added.
• -Circuit diagram was added.
• -DTC troubleshooting was added.
• -ABS indicator circuit troubleshooting was added.

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