Replacing the brake pads on your 2023 Everyday Mitsubishi Mirage is a vital maintenance task that ensures your vehicle stops safely and efficiently. This step-by-step guide will help you perform the job with confidence, even if you’re new to car maintenance.

Tools and Materials Needed

  • New brake pads compatible with your 2023 Mitsubishi Mirage
  • Lug wrench
  • Jack and jack stands
  • C-clamp or brake piston tool
  • Socket wrench set
  • Brake cleaner spray
  • Protective gloves and eye protection

Step-by-Step Brake Pad Replacement

  1. Prepare Your Vehicle: Park on a level surface, engage the parking brake, and loosen the lug nuts on the front wheels slightly.
  2. Lift the Vehicle: Use a jack to raise the front of the car and secure it with jack stands.
  3. Remove the Wheels: Take off the lug nuts and remove the wheels to access the brake calipers.
  4. Access the Brake Pads: Remove the caliper bolts with a socket wrench and carefully lift the caliper off the rotor. Support it to avoid strain on the brake hose.
  5. Remove Old Brake Pads: Slide out the worn brake pads from the caliper bracket.
  6. Compress the Brake Piston: Use a C-clamp or brake piston tool to push the piston back into the caliper, creating space for the new pads.
  7. Install New Brake Pads: Place the new brake pads into the caliper bracket in the same orientation as the old ones.
  8. Reassemble the Brake Components: Reattach the caliper and tighten the bolts securely.
  9. Replace the Wheels: Put the wheels back on, hand-tighten the lug nuts, then lower the vehicle and fully tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern.
  10. Test the Brakes: Pump the brake pedal a few times before driving to ensure proper pad seating and brake function.

Regularly inspecting and replacing brake pads not only extends the life of your braking system but also keeps you and your passengers safe on the road. If you’re unsure or uncomfortable performing this maintenance, consult a professional at Everyday Mitsubishi service center.