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Thickness variation inspection

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  1. Clean the disc plate-to-pad friction surface using a brake cleaner.
  2. Measure the points indicated in the illustration using a caliper (micrometer).
    Fig 1: Measuring Disc Plate Points
    G03644493Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Subtract the minimum value from the maximum, and if the result is not within specification, machine the disc plate using a lathe.

    Thickness variation limit 

    0.015 mm {0.0005 in} 

    WARNING:
    • Do not exceed minimum disc plate thickness.