Change Car Front Brake Discs and Pads Mitsubishi Eclipse

Change Car Front Brake Discs and Pads

Easy 2h00 ~200$
Time Estimate 2h00
Cost Estimate ~200$
Difficulty Easy
Vehicles
Eclipse 1994-1999 1
  • 2.0 16V DOHC Gas (4G63)
Renew both front brake discs 2h00
Renew both rear brake discs 2h00

What is the role of brake discs and pads on a Mitsubishi Eclipse?

When you press the brake pedal, hydraulic pressure pushes the brake caliper pistons, which press the brake pads against the rotating discs. Through friction, kinetic energy is converted into heat, slowing the vehicle.

When should you change the Mitsubishi Eclipse front brake discs?

Brake discs should be measured with a micrometer; if below minimum thickness stamped on the disc, replacement is mandatory. Discs typically last 60,000–80,000 km. Always replace discs in pairs.

Why change discs and pads together on the Mitsubishi Eclipse?

It is strongly recommended to change discs and pads together to ensure optimal braking performance. New pads on worn discs will not bed in properly, leading to reduced braking efficiency, noise, and uneven wear.

Is it difficult to change Mitsubishi Eclipse front brake discs and pads?

Difficulty level 2/5: technically easy. Key steps: raise the vehicle, remove the wheel, unbolt the caliper and bracket, slide off the old disc, clean the hub face, fit the new disc, refit the bracket and caliper with new pads. Pump the brake pedal before driving.

3 generations covered

Generation Years Vehicles Fuel
Eclipse 1989-1994 1989-1994 1.8 8V SOHC Gas (4G37), 2.0 16V DOHC Turbo Gas (4G63T), 2.0 i 16V DOHC Gas (4G63) Gas
Eclipse 1994-1999 1994-1999 2.0 16V DOHC Gas (4G63), 2.0 16V DOHC Turbo Gas (4G63), 2.4 16V SOHC Gas (4G64S) Gas
Eclipse 1999-2005 1999-2005 2.4 16V SOHC Gas (4G64), 2.4 16V SOHC Gas (4G64), 3.0 V6 24V SOHC Gas (6G72), 3.0 V6 24V SOHC Gas (6G72) Gas