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Trek Neko Bike Brake Pad Replacement

Introduction

Use this guide to replace a worn or damaged brake pad on your Trek Neko Bike.

Bike brakes allow you to stop your bike quickly and safely. Brake pads wear down over time or can break from damage. If you notice reduced stopping power, squeaking or grinding noises, or visible damage to your brake pad, it may be a sign that you need to replace it. Brake pads have a wear indicator line that shows when they need to be replaced. If your brake pad is worn down to the line, it's time to replace it.

It is important to replace your bike brake pad as soon as you notice any of these signs. Continuing to use worn out brake pads can be dangerous because it will be more difficult to stop quickly and safely.

What you need

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    • Squeeze the two brake arms together.

    • Angle the brake noodle down.

    • Push the quick release down to release the brake noodle.

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    • Flip the bike over so that the seat is on the ground.

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    • Open the quick release lever on the bike wheel.

    • Rotate the lever in a counter clockwise direction to loosen the wheel.

    • Remove the wheel from the bike frame.

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    • Loosen the locking bolt on the brake pad with a 5 mm Allen wrench.

    • Remove the locking bolt, washers, and brake pad from the brake pad housing.

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    • Insert the new brake pad.

    • Insert the washers.

    • Insert the locking bolt.

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    • Tighten the brake pad locking bolt bolt clockwise until it is finger tight.

    • Tighten the bolt with a 5 mm Allen wrench.

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    • Reinsert the wheel.

    • Tighten the bolt on the wheel until it is finger tight.

    • Center the wheel in the frame.

    • Close the quick release lever to secure the wheel.

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    • Place the bike right side up.

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    • Insert the brake noodle into the quick release lever.

    • Angle the quick release lever upwards so that the brake noodle clicks into place.

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    • Squeeze the brakes to check proper fitment.

    • Tighten or loosen the quick release bolt on the brake arms to adjust based on preference.

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Conclusion

With properly installed brake pads, you can now safely ride your bike!

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