Has anyone replaced the front disc brake pads on ther 6? The shop manual shows a special tool (SST) called a Disc Brake Expand Tool to expand the calipers. Is this tool necessary? I've always used a C-clamp to do this, but it's always been GM cars that I've done brake jobs on. I've tried to find a place to purchase this tool but no luck. Tried a couple of Mazda dealers but they say the don't carry it and no offer to order it. I did some searching on the web and found a couple of posts from people that have tried to get special Mazda tools and can find no dealer willing to sell them. Thanks for any info.

 

Have replaced tons of front brake pads on Mazda 6. The SST #49 0221 600C is just Mazda's fancy version of a C clamp. My 6" C-clamp has been in use for many years serving the same purpose on Mazda's that yours does on GM.

 

Thanks Babyhuey. Good to see you back on here!

 

Ya been awhile babe .... how's the little one