By Core Brake Parts Tech Team — Circleville, OH warehouse
Short answer: A 2018-2024 Chevy Traverse brake replacement means 6-lug wheels, vented front (~321mm) and rear rotors, and an electronic parking brake that must enter service mode before you compress the rear caliper pistons. This guide walks through the exact diagnostic steps, replacement thresholds, product comparisons, and cost breakdown so you can decide with confidence whether to DIY or take it to a shop.
Direct experience note: we ship these parts daily from our Circleville, OH warehouse to customers across the country. The picks in this guide reflect what fits, what lasts, and what our repeat-buyer mechanics come back for.
The parts that fix this — verified to fit your Chevrolet Traverse
- 2018-2020 Chevrolet Traverse Front Ceramic Brake Pads - Bendix — $59.99
- 2018-2023 Chevrolet Traverse / GMC Acadia Rear Ceramic Brake Pads - Bendix — $44.99
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What to Know About Chevy Traverse Brake Replacement
Understanding Chevy Traverse brake replacement matters because it directly affects stopping distance, brake pedal feel, and how often you replace consumables. Getting it right the first time saves both money and follow-up shop visits.
- The 2018-2024 Traverse rides on GM's C1XX platform, shared with the Buick Enclave and GMC Acadia.
- Every 2018-2024 Traverse uses 6 lugs on a 6x120mm bolt pattern with a 67.1mm center bore.
- Front and rear brakes are both vented disc rotors; this generation has no rear drums.
- The Traverse uses an electronic parking brake, so retracting the rear pistons requires scan-tool service mode.
- Front rotors run about 321mm (12.6 in); some heavier tow or trim setups step up to roughly 345mm.
- Factory lug torque is about 140 lb-ft, and the front inner pad carries a wear sensor.
Spec Chart by Vehicle Class
| Vehicle class | Pad thickness | Rotor thickness |
|---|---|---|
| Lug count / bolt pattern | 6 lugs, 6x120mm | 67.1mm bore; torque near 140 lb-ft |
| Front rotors | Vented, about 321mm (12.6 in) | Some tow/trim setups use ~345mm |
| Rear rotors | Vented disc, about 315mm (12.4 in) | Disc rear on all trims, no drums |
| Parking brake | Electronic (EPB) | Retract via scan-tool service mode |
| Pad material | Ceramic or semi-metallic | Front inner pad has a wear sensor |
How to Diagnose or Replace
- Loosen the six lug nuts, lift the corner, and secure the SUV on a jack stand.
- Remove the wheel to expose the caliper, bracket, and vented rotor.
- For rear brakes, activate electronic-parking-brake service mode with a scan tool first.
- Unbolt the caliper, hang it from the spring, then slide out the old pads.
- Remove the two bracket bolts and pull the rotor off the hub.
- Fit the new rotor and pads, then reinstall the caliper and bracket to spec.
- Torque lug nuts to 140 lb-ft, exit service mode, and pump the pedal firm.
Once diagnosis is complete, order the exact replacement parts for your vehicle - fitment matters. Related Chevy Traverse brake replacement products are listed in the next section.
Recommended Parts and Where to Buy
Every product below is in stock at our Circleville, OH warehouse and ships same-day when ordered before 2 PM Eastern. Free shipping on orders over $75.
If your exact vehicle is not listed, use the site search or filter the full brake parts collection by year and make.
Cost Breakdown - DIY vs Shop
| Job | DIY parts only | Shop parts and labor |
|---|---|---|
| Front pads (set) | $40-$90 | OE-grade ceramic, both sides |
| Front rotors (pair) | $90-$180 | Vented, both sides |
| Rear pads + rotors | $130-$260 | Complete rear axle set |
| Shop labor per axle | $150-$300 | Parts extra; EPB adds time |
DIY savings scale with vehicle size and job complexity. A full-size truck brake job saves $450-700 in labor. For most passenger cars, plan on 90-120 minutes per axle for pads only, 2-3 hours for pads plus rotors.
Install Tips - Where Most DIYers Go Wrong
- Put the electronic parking brake in service mode with a scan tool before compressing the rear caliper pistons, or you can damage the motor.
- Torque lug nuts to about 140 lb-ft in a star pattern, and transfer the front wear sensor to the new inner pad.
- Bed in the new pads with 8-10 moderate 40-to-10 mph stops, then let the brakes cool without holding the pedal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the short answer on Chevy Traverse brake replacement?
A 2018-2024 Chevy Traverse brake replacement means 6-lug wheels, vented front (~321mm) and rear rotors, and an electronic parking brake that must enter service mode before you compress the rear caliper pistons.
How much does Chevy Traverse brake replacement cost?
It depends on your vehicle and how much you replace. For example, front pads (set) runs about $40-$90 in parts for a DIY job, or OE-grade ceramic, both sides at a shop with labor included. The full cost breakdown is in the table above.
What should I check first?
Key things to check: The 2018-2024 Traverse rides on GM's C1XX platform, shared with the Buick Enclave and GMC Acadia; Every 2018-2024 Traverse uses 6 lugs on a 6x120mm bolt pattern with a 67.1mm center bore.
Can I do this job myself?
Many DIYers can with basic tools. The first steps are: Loosen the six lug nuts, lift the corner, and secure the SUV on a jack stand; Remove the wheel to expose the caliper, bracket, and vented rotor; For rear brakes, activate electronic-parking-brake service mode with a scan tool first. The complete step-by-step is above.
Key Takeaways
- A 2018-2024 Chevy Traverse brake replacement means 6-lug wheels, vented front (~321mm) and rear rotors, and an electronic parking brake that must enter service mode before you compress the rear caliper pistons.
- Measure friction material and rotor thickness at every tire rotation - catches wear before it becomes damage.
- Replace pads at 3 mm; below 2 mm is unsafe.
- Loaded calipers (with brackets, pads, and hoses) save 1-1.5 hours of labor per side over bare calipers.
- Bed new pads properly with 8-10 medium stops from 40 to 10 mph.
- Free shipping on orders over $75; same-day shipping on in-stock orders before 2 PM Eastern.
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