Contour Enthusiasts Group Archives Forums Modifications Brakes front brake pads replacement question

i replaced the rear pads not more than 3 months ago. now ive noticed that my front pads are running dangerously low and i have to replace them as well. when i do replace them this weekend, do i also have to bleed the rear calipers again? no speedbleeders here, have to rely on the old buddy method...

looks like there is a secret code to getting replies about problems.

not quite sure i get what u mean.

high ratio of post views to responses. Datz wut I mean.Auto lurkers!

You should not have to bleed them again. Do you think that the dealer bleeds them every time they change pads? Don't think so. However, being the happy Contour owners we are...I would bleed the front (to be a maintenance kener) and forget the rear unless you have indication to do otherwise. When is last time you changed the brake fluid?

All depends on how much time off the ol' lady will give ya!

dont worry about master cylinder- i won't let the reservoir run low. i last changed the fluid when i changed the rear brake pads (i had to cuz i messed up and the tire rubbed against my brakeline, eventually rubbing a hole in it - resulting in no brakes going 50 mph - long story).

thanks for ur replies, and relax mfe... he did reply eventually didnt he?

yeah...and I didn't take long to reply, either. I also promted a satisfiying discussion about view/response ratios.
Where is your sense of humour? Auto lurkers is FUNNY!

The only time you MUST bleed the brakes is if you suspect air in the lines, usually via caliper replacement or hose replacement. Maintenance wise I would say at least once ever 2 years. Brake fluid moisture absorbtion is primarily based on time. So if you just did the whole system, then you are good. If you only did the rears you should do the whole system again including the clutch!

-Andy

Edit: sorry it's late! LOL!

years=rears?