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      06-04-2015, 11:55 AM   #7
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Drives: E70 5.0 & B5 S4
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Originally Posted by mitch808 View Post
That's insane that brake pads cost as much as they do at the dealer, let alone they charge individually. Really, when is it ever a good idea to change just one pad? Their rotor prices are not too bad and not all craycray pricing. :-)

Seriously though, this is a 1hr job per pair, budgeting 3hrs tops to change pads and rotors.
Fluid is something you do once every 1-2yrs based on driving habits. Often it's better done at a dealer, as there are times you need to cycle the ABS system.
2nd this - do it yourself, it's a cake job. Tutorials on youtube are easy to find.

Only handtool I didn't have was the correct 6 point/allen to loosen one of the carrier bolts on the caliper. If memory serves it's a 9mm bolt, which isn't a common size if you've got average joe hand tools.
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