Brake Pad: Testing and Inspection

INSPECTION

1. DISC BRAKE PAD AND DISC

1. Jack up vehicle and support with rigid racks. Then remove wheels.










2. Visually check pad thickness through inspection hole of disc brake assembly. Replace pad if necessary.




3. Check the disc rotor, and correct or replace if it is damaged or worn.
4. Measure the disc rotor runout at a point less than 5 mm (0.20 in) from the outer periphery of the rotor.

Disc rotor runout limit:
Front: 0.075 mm (0.00295 in)
Rear: 0.075 mm (0.00295 in)






CAUTION: When replacing a pad, always replace the pads for both the left and right wheels at the same time. Also replace pad clips if they are twisted or worn.








2. FRONT AND REAR AXLE BOOTS
Inspect front axle boots (A) and rear axle boots (B) for deformation, damage or failure. If faulty replace them with new ones.