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. See BRAKE PADS , .
- 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 (0.11 in). See BRAKE PADS , .
- Compare all 4 front brake 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 (0.07 in). See BRAKE PADS , .
- Install new brake pads if there are missing chunks or cracks in the lining through to the backing plate. See BRAKE PADS , .
- If the friction material shows taper wear (i.e. the thickness varies by more than 3.0 mm (0.11 in) in any direction), verify the caliper guide pins are functioning correctly. See HYDRAULIC BRAKE ACTUATION , .