Locating the VIN number for Changing Brake Pads

Part of the Video Series Tips On How To Change Brake Pads

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Learn how to locate the VIN number and how to view car specifications in this how-to video on changing brake pads for disc brakes.

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Locating the VIN number for Changing Brake Pads
Hi! My name is Jon on behalf of Expertvillage.com. In this series of videos, we will be changing brake pads for disc brakes. When figuring out what type of brake pads to buy, the first thing that you need to do is write down what VIN number you have. Typically, this is located on the driver side dash. The next thing that I typically do is, I go to Carfax.com and I’ll type in the VIN number, which will allow me to view the specifications of my car. When you go into your parts dealer, you can use this information, which will help them identify the specific brake pads that you need.

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Expert: Jon holds a B.S. with an endorsement in Industrial Technology Education from the University of Nebraska. He teaches high school auto mechanics and has been working on cars for over 10 years. Read More