Brake Pads
NOTE:
It is not required to install new brake pads if friction material properties are within guidelines. It is also not required to install new brake pads when the brake discs are machined.
- Remove the brake pads. Refer to FRONT DISC BRAKE for front brake discs or REAR DISC BRAKE for rear brake discs.
- Inspect and measure the thickness of the brake pad friction material.
- Install new brake pads if the thickness of the friction material is less than 3.0 mm (0.118 in). Refer to FRONT DISC BRAKE for front brake discs or REAR DISC BRAKE for rear brake discs.
- Compare all 4 front or rear pads for uneven wear. Install new brake pads if the thickness of the friction material varies from pad to pad by more than 2.0 mm (0.079 in). Refer to FRONT DISC BRAKE for front brake discs or REAR DISC BRAKE for rear brake discs.
- Install new brake pads if there are missing chunks or cracks in the lining through to the backing plate. Refer to FRONT DISC BRAKE for front brake discs or REAR DISC BRAKE for rear brake discs.
- If the friction material shows taper wear (that is, the thickness varies by more than 3.0 mm (0.118 in) in any direction) verify the caliper guide pins are functioning correctly. Refer to BRAKE CALIPER GUIDE PINS .