34 00 010 Checking thickness of brake pad
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Special tools required:
NOTE:
The thickness of the outer brake pads can be determined without removing the wheels.
If necessary, move vehicle until opening for brake pad wear indicator (brake pad) can be seen through rim styling.
Insert special tool 34 1 260 wheel rim into opening for brake pad wear indicator.
Press special tool onto brake pad. Slide ring (1) in direction of arrow up to stop and read off measured value.
NOTE:
- Brake disc
- Brake pad with backplate
Safe limit for front brake lining wear: see TECHNICAL DATA - FRONT BRAKES .
Safe limit for rear brake lining wear: see TECHNICAL DATA - REAR BRAKES .