lexluga901

Base model. Is it necessary to open the brake reservoir cap when recessing the calipers during the brake job? This is something I've done on my other cars, but for each video I've watched on this car it hasn't been done. Is it necessary?

jonathancl

No need, BUT if your reservoir is nearly full and you are replacing very worn pads, you may need to open the reservoir and remove fluid as you go to prevent it overflowing.

Overflowing is no fun because it gets everywhere, and brake fluid eats paint.

lexluga901

Thank you so much for the reply!

jonathancl

Did my 2013 rear rotors two weeks ago. Car spent its first four winters doing hiway miles in Minnesota, which was hard on the rotors.
Thank goodness for those bolt holes, could not have done this without them.

douplas

any words of advice on the rear brake job? about to tackle this and want to be prepared as possible

MissMy93Sc

Bolt size for reference? How much did the whole job cost you if you dont mind me asking.