By Core Brake Parts Tech Team — Circleville, OH warehouse
Short answer: The Jeep Renegade uses four-wheel disc brakes: 305 mm vented front rotors and 278 mm solid rears on a 5x110 five-lug hub. Retract the rear electronic parking-brake pistons only in Service Mode, never by force. 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 Jeep Renegade
- 2015-2022 Jeep Renegade Front & Rear Brake Kit - Detroit Axle — $292.99
- 2015-2021 Jeep Renegade Front Ceramic Brake Pads - Bendix — $78.99
- 2015-2023 Jeep Compass / Renegade Front Ceramic Brake Pads - Power Stop — $66.99
Ships from our Circleville, OH warehouse. Free shipping over $75.
What to Know About Jeep Renegade Brake Replacement
Understanding Jeep Renegade 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.
- Front brakes are 305 mm (12.0 in) vented discs; rears are 278 mm (10.9 in) solid discs.
- All Renegade trims use four-wheel disc brakes, with no rear drums.
- Wheels bolt to a 5x110 pattern with five M12x1.5 lug studs (not six).
- The rear parking brake is electronic (EPB) with motor-on-caliper actuators; retract pistons only in Service Mode.
- Caliper-bracket bolts run about 122 ft-lb front and 42 ft-lb rear; guide-pin bolts about 26 ft-lb.
- Lug-nut torque is roughly 85 ft-lb, but confirm the exact figure by model year.
Spec Chart by Vehicle Class
| Vehicle class | Pad thickness | Rotor thickness |
|---|---|---|
| Rotor diameter | 305 mm (12.0 in) | 278 mm (10.9 in) |
| Rotor type | Vented disc | Solid disc |
| Caliper | Single-piston floating | Single-piston with EPB motor |
| Caliper-bracket bolt | 122 ft-lb | 42 ft-lb |
| Guide-pin bolt | 26 ft-lb | 26 ft-lb |
How to Diagnose or Replace
- Loosen the lug nuts, lift the corner, secure it on a jack stand, and pull the wheel.
- Enter Electronic Parking Brake Service Mode with a scan tool before touching a rear caliper.
- Remove the two caliper guide-pin bolts and lift the caliper off the rotor.
- Unbolt the caliper bracket, slide off the old rotor, and clean the hub face.
- Fit the new rotor, torque the bracket, and retract the piston with the proper tool.
- Install new pads, reseat the caliper, and torque the guide-pin bolts to spec.
- Exit Service Mode, remount the wheel, torque the lugs, and pump the pedal firm.
Once diagnosis is complete, order the exact replacement parts for your vehicle - fitment matters. Related Jeep Renegade 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 + rotors | $120-$220 DIY | $300-$450 shop |
| Rear pads + rotors | $110-$200 DIY | $300-$500 shop |
| Pads only (one axle) | $40-$90 DIY | $150-$250 shop |
| EPB service-mode scan tool | $25-$70 | n/a |
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 before retracting rear pistons; never force them back.
- Torque lug nuts in a star pattern to spec, then re-check them after about 50 miles.
- Bed in new pads with a series of moderate stops; avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the short answer on Jeep Renegade brake replacement?
The Jeep Renegade uses four-wheel disc brakes: 305 mm vented front rotors and 278 mm solid rears on a 5x110 five-lug hub. Retract the rear electronic parking-brake pistons only in Service Mode, never by force.
How much does Jeep Renegade brake replacement cost?
It depends on your vehicle and how much you replace. For example, front pads + rotors runs about $120-$220 DIY in parts for a DIY job, or $300-$450 shop at a shop with labor included. The full cost breakdown is in the table above.
What should I check first?
Key things to check: Front brakes are 305 mm (12.0 in) vented discs; rears are 278 mm (10.9 in) solid discs; All Renegade trims use four-wheel disc brakes, with no rear drums.
Can I do this job myself?
Many DIYers can with basic tools. The first steps are: Loosen the lug nuts, lift the corner, secure it on a jack stand, and pull the wheel; Enter Electronic Parking Brake Service Mode with a scan tool before touching a rear caliper; Remove the two caliper guide-pin bolts and lift the caliper off the rotor. The complete step-by-step is above.
Key Takeaways
- The Jeep Renegade uses four-wheel disc brakes: 305 mm vented front rotors and 278 mm solid rears on a 5x110 five-lug hub. Retract the rear electronic parking-brake pistons only in Service Mode, never by force.
- 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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