Brake Pad Inspection

Special Tools 

CH-230-A  Disc Gauge

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

WARNING:

Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

1. Remove brake pads. Refer to Front Disc Brake Pads Replacement (J60) , or Front Disc Brake Pads Replacement (JQ5) , or Front Disc Brake Pads Replacement (J17) , and/or Rear Disc Brake Pads Replacement (GNC) , or Rear Disc Brake Pads Replacement (GNQ) .

2. Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

   Measure remaining brake pad thickness at several points, using the CH-230-A  disc gauge (1).

3. Compare brake pad thickness to disc brake component specifications.