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Brake Pad Mounting Hardware Inspection - Front

  1. Remove the disc brake caliper from the caliper mounting bracket.
  2. Remove the disc brake pads from the caliper mounting bracket.
  3. Inspect the disc brake pad mounting hardware for the following:
    • Bent mounting tabs.
    • Excessive corrosion.
    • Looseness at the brake caliper mounting bracket.
    • Looseness at the disc brake pads.
    • Missing mounting hardware.
  4. If any of the conditions listed are found, the disc brake pad mounting hardware requires replacement. Ensure the disc brake pads are held firmly in place on the brake caliper mounting bracket, yet slide easily on the mounting hardware without binding.
  5. Inspect the brake caliper bolts for the following:
    • Bent or damaged brake caliper bolts
    • Bent or damaged brake caliper mounting
    • Binding
    • Corrosion
    • Cracked or torn boots
    • Looseness in the brake caliper mounting bracket
    • Missing boots
    • Seizing
  6. If any of the conditions listed are found, the brake caliper mounting hardware requires replacement.
  7. Install the disc brake pads to the caliper mounting bracket. Install the disc brake caliper to the mounting bracket.
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