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How many brake pads are on a car?
I need new brake pads and want to try installing them myself at home and save a little money. How many brake pads do I need to order?
Jim Burg · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
DIY car maintenance can be a great way to
save a little money
and a good chance to become more knowledgeable about your car. The short answer is that the number of brake pads on a car varies depending on your vehicle. While your car has four wheels, most cars have eight brake pads. This is because the car’s braking system is designed to clamp brake pads down on both sides of the calipers so that equal force is applied against both sides of the caliper.
The typical brake pad in a consumer car is made from a high-strength, resilient rubber that slows a car down by being pressed against a metal disk (called a rotor). Over time this rubber gets
worn away
and needs to be replaced. This system is called a disk brake.However, some cars have a different braking system on their rear tires called a drum brake. This does not use brake pads but rather a brake shoe, which is different in both size and function. Before you try to perform this service on your own, consult your owner’s manual to see what brake system your car features.
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