One of the best videos on this. Shows detail about how to unplug that parking brake plug.
@The-DIY-Guide
4 ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
@jessuckakepow
4 ай бұрын
I've now seen 5 of these videos (went down the rabbit hole after the big Subaru guy said you need a zillion dollar diagnostic thingy) and yours is hands down the best! The camera angles are terrific and we can actually see what you're doing and you provide more detailed, basic, educational info for us car ding dongs who have never done this before. Also you explain why you do things the way you are. You're a great teacher!
@The-DIY-Guide
4 ай бұрын
Thank you for the massive compliment. I will continue to make more and more
@zhodge0
Ай бұрын
the EPB will retract the caliper, all you need is a 12v battery and 2 jumper wires. Look up "Homeowner Repair", he does it the easy way without damage to the EPB.
@BeatProfessor
10 күн бұрын
Consider getting caliper hangers. They are S shaped, hang from your spring so you don’t have to worry about jankin your brake line. 🤙🏼
@desertpiggiehunters9790
4 ай бұрын
Wow! Thank you. I actually understand how to do it now. I really appreciate the help.
@TheZimberto
4 ай бұрын
Thank you for this. Immediately after I completed the brakes I got a check engine light. An OBD2 scanner showed error U0073 but I managed to clear it using the tool. I assume the error occurred because I had disconnected the EPB, but I'm not sure.
@The-DIY-Guide
4 ай бұрын
What year is your Subaru? Thats interesting.
@strykher
3 ай бұрын
Do you need to turn the piston counter clockwise when done?
@nulex04
2 ай бұрын
I am doing my brakes now, and you should turn it until you can't anymore. Then compress the piston.
@bordenf
5 ай бұрын
No torque wrench?
@The-DIY-Guide
5 ай бұрын
I’ve never been a perfectionist 😆 although I do have a torque wrench on the shelf behind me in the vid. I’ll make a vid on using it. Great idea
@marijkemiller3517
4 ай бұрын
I thought a c-clamp was the trick! THX
@The-DIY-Guide
4 ай бұрын
Just make sure you dont clamp the plastic parts and you're good!
@Vincent-en8kp
4 ай бұрын
You forgot to plug the brake plug in again
@The-DIY-Guide
4 ай бұрын
Camera messed up. I did a Timelapse instead of recording on accident
@Hoster987
4 ай бұрын
Nice!! Just did mine last weekend as well (including the rotors). A few "optional" things include: 1) open the fluid reservoir and place some shop towels (just in case) as you rewind the piston, 2) apply some brake grease where metal-to-metal contact occurs, 3) easier to bolt the bracket first then insert pads. Now I need to get to the fronts 🙂
@initra25
Ай бұрын
The front brakes are easier…. I need the rear brakes.
@robertg22256
2 ай бұрын
Great video, thank you! Great camera angles and explanations.
@raypetty8268
4 ай бұрын
I watched a few of these vidoes and yours was the only one I could find that covered the turning of the piston to open the gap. Awesome job Bro. thank you.
@andrewbettencourt5856
27 күн бұрын
Great video! Just helped me out a ton. Thanks man 🤙
@253ebutuoy
26 күн бұрын
I've looked at 4 other Subaru rear back installation videos and yours is the best.
@jaynedixon1237
26 күн бұрын
Excellent video. Did mine today - along with new rotors - and found the video extremely helpful. Many thanks.
@charlieyirka1051
2 ай бұрын
Good job. Hey its easy to gall lug nuts by hand. I did on both sides. 88 ft lb required.
@gmorkins6006
4 ай бұрын
Did my brakes with this video today, thanks a lot man.
@The-DIY-Guide
4 ай бұрын
Happy to help!
@nofeerz
4 ай бұрын
what brake pads did you use and recommend??
@gmorkins6006
4 ай бұрын
@@nofeerz I can tell you which I used but can't say whether or not I recommend them cause I don't know jack about brake pads haha, but the brand was Import Direct.
@nordicpride9708
2 ай бұрын
Great video. One thing I’d like to mention. You can replace the springs if you feel better about it but claiming it’s due to heat is false. These clips don’t see very much heat being outboard of the caliper in open air. To change the composition of the metal the clip in question would need to be cherry red.. simply doesn’t happen. I’ve studied brake temps with similar setups (Mercedes) and the described phenomenon simply doesn’t happen. Kinda like how people say “my rotors are warped”. This is a myth and has been debunked by companies like StopTech, Brembo. Street rotors get uneven brake pad material buildup up which produces brake chatter. Other than the above mentioned items you did a great job of explaining what you were doing. Cheers 🍻
@The-DIY-Guide
2 ай бұрын
Thank you for explaining
@scottmcculloch7685
28 күн бұрын
The push up before you pull down top on the E-brake electrical line was gold. 😂 thank you for this video!
@The-DIY-Guide
27 күн бұрын
Very happy to help! I know it can be tricky so happy to share
@angelosupreme6377
2 ай бұрын
Do I need to use a scanner code reader to replace the rear brakes? I’m not able to remove the caliper after taking off the bolts
@sidersees5207
Ай бұрын
Did you figure that out?? I'm having the same problem.
@turbochargers7841
Ай бұрын
My man😎😎😎
@Hekilikaua
2 ай бұрын
How did you know not to change the rotors? I was going to just buy rotors and pads, and do them both. Also, do you do the front at the same time?
@The-DIY-Guide
2 ай бұрын
It takes a lot to change the rotors, so unless you have been grinding for a while, have large scored grooves in the rotor, and you have a ton of vibrations when you brake, then you dont need to change them. Yes, I did the front brakes within the same time frame too. Just to keep things even in timing.
@Hekilikaua
2 ай бұрын
@@The-DIY-Guide thanks! It's been squeaking on and off for about a month but we don't drive the car hard. I guess I'll just feel for grooved. Thanks!
@The-DIY-Guide
2 ай бұрын
There are also some sliding parts you can grease (obviously be careful to not get on the pad). That can cause the squeaking. And also sometimes rocks get caught and can do that.
@razdower
Ай бұрын
@@The-DIY-Guide I'd argue against this - the conventional wisdom I've always followed is that used rotors will accelerate the wear on your new pads because of rust and less obvious damage. If I'm going to the effort of doing the pads, I am just going to replace the rotors as well. I'm already saving myself a boatload doing it myself.
@addminusDIY
Ай бұрын
Changing rotor is thesame you just bang it with hammer after removal of caliper
@dcianfarani85
4 ай бұрын
great video and instruction! i’m about to use your guidance on a 2018 outback limited 2.5. mechanic told me i’d have to use a computer to retract the caliper and back once new pads are on. is that not the case or does your method work fine?
@The-DIY-Guide
4 ай бұрын
That is not accurate, although it is the “preferred” method recommended. The method I show is perfectly fine and causes no negative side effects.
@onetimer100
4 ай бұрын
No computer needed. I've got a '15 OB and i've done the rear brakes at least 3 times now. Simply unplug the PB and screw the caliper back in till it bottoms out...then use the brake tool or clamp to give it a final push (for complete retraction)
@Hoster987
4 ай бұрын
I did our 15 and 16 OB and no need, especially if you have a caliper tool. Another trick, which my buddy used for his newer Forrester, is using a 12v battery with electrical wires, then connect to the harness in "reverse" - you can actually see the piston retract if it is connected correctly in reverse polarity (but again, no need).
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