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Front Brake Pad: Inspection

  1. Check the thickness (A) of the pad - disc brake front.
    NOTE:
    • Always replace the pads of both wheels and both sides as a set.
    • Replace pad clips if they are twisted or worn.
    • Replace the pad if there is oil or grease on it.
    • Wear indicators are installed on the pad - disc brake front inner and the pad - disc brake front outer, and a squeaking sound is heard if the pad is worn to the limit.
    Fig 1: Checking Thickness (A) Of Pad - Disc Brake Front
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    • Except for STI model
      Standard (A) Wear limit (B)
      Pad thickness 11 mm (0.43 in) 1.5 mm (0.059 in)
    • STI model
      Standard (a) Wear limit (b)
      Pad thickness 8.9 mm (0.35 in) 1.2 mm (0.047 in)
  2. If the wear limit is exceeded in the inspection, replace the pad - disc brake front.