Rear Disc Brake Pads: Removal
- Raise and support rear of vehicle. Remove rear wheels. Remove caliper shield. Remove lock pin and clevis pin. Remove cable clip and disconnect cable from arm. See Figure . Remove lower caliper mounting bolt, and pivot caliper aside. Remove shims, pads, and retainers. Measure thickness of pad lining. Service limit is 0.06" (1.6 mm).
- If removing caliper, remove upper caliper mounting bolt, and support caliper aside using wire. Remove caliper bracket bolts and caliper bracket. Thoroughly clean caliper and bracket. Remove any rust, and check for grooves or cracks. See Figure .