CAUTION
Frequent inhalation of brake pad dust, regardless of material composition, could be hazardous to your health.
- Avoid breathing dust particles.
- Never use an air hose or brush to clean brake assemblies. Use an appropriate vacuum cleaner.
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Inspection
- Raise the front of the vehicle and make sure it is securely supported. Remove the front wheels.
- Check the thickness of the inner pad (A) and outer pad (B). Do not include the thickness of the backing plate.
Brake pad thickness:
Standard:
9.5 - 10.5 mm (0.37 - 0.41 in.)
Service limit:
1.6 mm (0.06 in.)
- If the brake pad thickness is less than the service limit, replace all the pads as a set.
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Replacement
- Remove the brake hose mounting bolt (A).
- Remove the bolt (B), and pivot the caliper (C) up out of the way. Check the hose and pin boots for damage and deterioration.
- Remove the pad shim (A) and pads (B).
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