On photo 3 there is no mention that the caliper would have to be removed to remove the pads. I had to remove the caliper so I could take the pad out. No matter how I tried pushing back the pads, There was not enough room to remove them because of the anti squeal shim on the rear of the old pads. If no anti squeal shim was ever replaced with the pad, then the caliper can stay where it is. I think that should be at least mentioned to DIY men. The caliper can be held up out of the way with a metal coat hanger or string.

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The trick is to lever the shim off the pad while it is in the caliper. You can separate the adhesive, remove the pad,then remove the shim.

- Nick

So that part should be mentioned or the pad will not come out without removing the caliper first. Thanks for your reply.

What he said...^^^
+1.....;)

I use a metal 2” paint scraper to separate them.....

+1...Common problem. You do not have to remove the caliper. After you get the pad off, then carefully pull out the two pucks that are attached to the shim. They fit tight into the pistons and have a tendency to corrode. Clean and use sparingly copper anti seize on the pucks and between the shim and new pad. An alternative is to delete the shim/pucks entirely as they will not affect the operation of the brakes. I did several years ago (done all the time by everybody on the track) and I'm still waiting for the first squeal or chatter. just insert the new pad with just a little anti seize on the outside sliders and the piston face. Don't forget to pump the brakes and check the reservoir before you back the car out of the garage or you'll get a real scare, been there done that......