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Re: Brakes, How long should they last? Lifespan? [ezshift5] by tallman1
Jan 14, 2009 (9:53 pm)
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Replying to: ezshift5 (Jan 14, 2009 7:07 pm)

Maybe all that engine braking with our manual transmissions helps the brakes to last longer.
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Re: Front License Plate mount for 2005 Accord [skris] by corkscrew
Jan 15, 2009 (5:50 am)
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Replying to: skris (Jan 14, 2009 7:07 pm)

Try the parts bin: http://www.thepartsbin.com/, just under $20.
 
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Re: Brakes, How long should they last? Lifespan? [ezshift5] by f0rl0rn
Jan 15, 2009 (7:25 am)
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Replying to: ezshift5 (Jan 14, 2009 7:07 pm)

Bump +1
 
I have 07 I4 Manual. Around 56K. My shims just started making warning squeal on the drivers rear. I looked at the pad depth and they seem fine still. My front have not yet made any noise.
 
I believe driving style and habit are the primary factor in brake wear differences.
 
"Recommendation" make sure whenever replacing pads that you have brand new shims put on. This way you know that you are not being taken advantage of at a brake place/dealership. Also, I don't remember if the owners manual lists the depth for change on brake pads but you should find that out for your car and measure yourself periodically. If you can't find it I am sure someone in hear may have access to that info.
 
But if you are not inclined to do any of your own mechanic work at the very least make sure new shims are put on so you can hear the warning sound. Especially if you were told "0" was left on the pad. That means pretty soon you would have started grinding the rotors which could triple the cost of your brake job since you would have to probably get new ones (depending on how long they were ground for of course).
 
Good Luck!
 
PS ~ Not sure if their is a "Brake" thread but you may want to find one to get more advice.
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Re: Brakes, How long should they last? Lifespan? [f0rl0rn] by thegraduate
Jan 15, 2009 (8:01 am)
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Replying to: f0rl0rn (Jan 15, 2009 7:25 am)


PS ~ Not sure if their is a "Brake" thread but you may want to find one to get more advice.

 
Honda Accord Brake Questions
 
There ya go!
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2004 OEM Radio Swap by nycnftm
Jan 14, 2009 (9:29 pm)
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I have the 04 Accord LX Coupe and looking to buy a used EX radio on eBay that has the controls for xm radio. There is a kit I would have to buy to get XM into it but are the radios themselves interchangeable?
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2003 Accord LX V6 brake light by 03lxv6
Jan 15, 2009 (9:28 am)
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Hi,
 
My 2003 Accord LX V6 only has around 47K miles. Now when I press the brake pedal, only the left stop light comes up. But all bulbs appear OK, because if I use remote key to close or open the door, all lights flash correctly.
 
Anyone can give some advice? Thanks.
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Re: Brakes, How long should they last? Lifespan? [f0rl0rn] by bioman
Jan 15, 2009 (10:13 am)
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Replying to: f0rl0rn (Jan 15, 2009 7:25 am)

Brake pad wear will vary with driving style, individual habits, and type of driving, local,highway, etc. When you replace your brake pads you will also be replacing the brake wear indicators which are part of one of the two pads that go on to each caliper. If you brakes have had no significant pulsating during normal braking you usually do not have to cut the rotors. If they are pulsating excessively what I do, since I perform my own maintenance, is purchase and install new rotors. If it costs me a little more, so what. Safety first. This is a personal preference of mine. In the end if I do have to replace the rotors I am still saving a lot on the labor charges. Hondas do very well on brake wear. Sometimes the rear pads have to be replaced before the fronts. Why, I don't really know. My 04, V6 Coupe replace the rear pads at 30K and the front are still the originals, with between 1/4" and 1/8 " of pads, at 61K. They will be replaced in the Spring.
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Re: 2003 Accord LX V6 brake light [03lxv6] by f0rl0rn
Jan 15, 2009 (10:22 am)
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Replying to: 03lxv6 (Jan 15, 2009 9:28 am)

I'm guessing the "Remote" key sets off your running lights and not your Brake lights. Do your running lights work correctly? If they do and then when pressing the brake one of the "brake" lights is not functioning then that is probably where your issue is. I would double check the bulb. If you have time on your hands you could swap left and right brake light bulbs and then try. If it is the bulb then the right side will stop working and the left side will start.
 
I have always been advised to replace bulbs simultaneously, so if you do have to replace the bulb replace both of them. I would guess they are cheap at any auto parts store.
 
Good luck!
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Re: 2003 Accord LX V6 brake light [f0rl0rn] by 03lxv6
Jan 15, 2009 (11:08 am)
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Replying to: f0rl0rn (Jan 15, 2009 10:22 am)

Hi, f0rl0rn,
 
Thanks for the advice.
 
What do you mean 'running lights'? When I checked the manual, it says we have the following lights on the back:
 
tail light/stop light
backup light
high-mount brake light
turn signal light
 
I probably will swap the bulbs during the weekend to see if it is the bulb or not.
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Re: Brakes, How long should they last? Lifespan? [f0rl0rn] by elroy5
Jan 15, 2009 (3:53 pm)
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Replying to: f0rl0rn (Jan 15, 2009 7:25 am)

But if you are not inclined to do any of your own mechanic work at the very least make sure new shims are put on so you can hear the warning sound.
 
The wear indicators are attached to each inner pad, for each caliper. The shims are thin plates that go between the pad backing and the caliper. The wear indicators are part of the inner pad, and not a separate part. The shims, in most cases, do not come with the pads, when you purchase them. If the shims have rust on them, they should be replaced. When you buy brake pads, they should come with a packet of grey anti-squeal paste (looks like never-seize to me). This is to be applied between the pads and shims.

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