why is my Honda CR-V making a grinding noise when braking

Solution

1. Preparation

• Gather tools: socket set, torque wrench, brake cleaner, jack stands, and a lug wrench.
• Park the vehicle on a flat surface, engage the parking brake, and disconnect the battery.

2. Remove Wheel

• Loosen the lug nuts slightly while the vehicle is on the ground.
• Raise the vehicle using a jack, then support it securely with jack stands.
• Remove the lug nuts completely and take off the wheel.

3. Inspect and Replace Brake Pads

• Remove the caliper by unscrewing the caliper bolts with a socket wrench.
• Carefully slide the caliper off the rotor; support it with a bungee cord or similar device to avoid strain on the brake line.
• Inspect the brake pads for wear; replace them if they are below the manufacturer’s specified thickness (usually 3mm or less).
• If replacing, remove the old pads and install new ones, ensuring they are secured correctly.

4. Inspect and Resurface or Replace Rotors

• Check the rotors for scoring, warping, or excessive wear.
• If they are within specifications, clean them with brake cleaner and a clean rag.
• If damaged or below thickness specifications, replace the rotors with new ones.
• Ensure the new rotors are properly torqued to the manufacturer’s specifications (typically 80-100 ft-lbs).

5. Reassemble and Test

• Reattach the caliper over the new brake pads and secure it with caliper bolts.
• Reinstall the wheel, hand-tighten the lug nuts, lower the vehicle, and then torque the lug nuts to the specified value (usually 80-100 ft-lbs).
• Reconnect the battery and check the brake fluid level, topping off if necessary.