How to Replace Front Brakes 2007-2013 Mini Cooper

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This video shows you how to install new, quality TRQ brake pads and rotors on your 2007-2013 Mini Cooper. Brake pads wear out over time, much like tires, and need replacing, on average, every 50,000 miles, with variations depending on driving habits and environment. Brake rotors may also need to be replaced if they are warped or grooved. Often, it’s safer and more cost effective to replace pads and rotors at the same time. Squealing or grinding noises, or wheel vibration are all symptoms of worn brakes.

This repair was done on a 2012 Mini Cooper Base 1.6L Hatchback 2-Door FWD Manual and the process should be similar on the following vehicles:
2007 Mini Cooper
2008 Mini Cooper
2009 Mini Cooper
2010 Mini Cooper
2011 Mini Cooper
2012 Mini Cooper
2013 Mini Cooper

Tools you will need:
• Flat Blade Screwdriver https://trq.video/onP-1AXAA00013
• Pry Bar https://trq.video/ody-1AXAA00020
• 13mm Socket https://trq.video/onE-1AXAA00015
• 16mm Socket https://trq.video/onE-1AXAA00015
• 17mm Socket https://trq.video/onE-1AXAA00015
• Brake Caliper Compressor Tool. Quad Piston. Ratchet Style. https://trq.video/og-1AXAA00278
• Brake Caliper Hanger https://trq.video/oad-1AXAA00439
• Needle nose pliers https://trq.video/obP-1AXAA00051
• Needle nose pliers https://trq.video/obP-1AXAA00052
• 3/8 Inch Impact Gun
• 3/8 Inch Breaker Bar
• Ratchet https://trq.video/ooP-1AXAA00016
• Torque Wrench https://trq.video/ohV-1AXAA00044
• Brake Grease
• Brake Parts Cleaner
• Cloth Rags https://trq.video/obE-1AXSS00035
• Wire Brush https://trq.video/oa3-1AXAA00079

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