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Front Disc Brake Pad Inspection

Front Disc Brake Pad Inspection

Check pad lining for wear. When the wear exceeds limit, replace with new one.

CAUTION: Never polish pad lining with sandpaper. If lining is polished with sandpaper, hard particles of sandpaper will be deposited in lining and may damage disc. When pad lining requires correction, replace it with a new one.

Brake pad thickness (lining thickness)
Standard: 10 mm (0.39 in.)
Limit: 2 mm (0.08 in.)

NOTE: When pads are removed, visually inspect caliper for brake fluid leak. Correct leaky point, if any.