How to Replace Rear Brake Pads — 2019-2025 Ram 1500

Replacing rear brake pads on your 2019-2025 Ram 1500 is a crucial maintenance task to ensure safe stopping power, especially if you hear squealing, grinding, or notice reduced braking performance. This DIY repair can save you significant money, costing around $50-$100 for parts compared to $200-$350 at a shop. With the right tools and this guide, most DIYers can tackle this job confidently in a couple of hours. DIY Cost: $50-$100 | Shop Cost: $200-$350

You’re done. Clear any stored codes with your scanner and complete a normal drive cycle so the vehicle’s readiness monitors reset.

If the code returns, the root cause likely wasn’t the part you replaced — go back through the diagnostic steps before swapping anything else.