Front Brake Pad Replacement on 2012-2015 Honda Civic 1.8L
Step-by-step instructions to replace front brake pads, including torque specs for caliper pins and bracket bolts. Mapped specifically for 2012 Honda Civic Si (2.4L I4 (K24Z7)).
Secure Vehicle and Remove Wheel
Loosen the wheel lug nuts on the front wheels. Raise the vehicle using a hydraulic floor jack and secure it safely on sturdy jack stands. Remove the wheel lug nuts entirely and take the wheel off.
Remove Caliper Guide Pin Bolts
Locate the two 14mm caliper guide pin bolts on the back of the caliper housing. Use a 14mm socket or wrench to loosen and remove both bolts. Slide the caliper assembly off the rotor and hang it securely with a bungee cord or hanger so there is no tension on the rubber brake hose.
Compress Piston & Install New Pads
Slide out the old brake pads and caliper hardware clips. Install the new hardware clips and apply a thin layer of high-temperature brake grease to the contact surfaces (metal-on-metal only, never on the pad friction surface). Compress the caliper piston using a C-clamp or caliper tool, slide in the new pads, and reinstall the caliper housing over them.