Accord L4-1955cc 2.0L SOHC 2-bbl (1986)
Brake Pad: Testing and Inspection
WARNING: Do not use an air hose to blow the brake assembly clean. Use an OSHA-approved vacuum cleaner, to avoid breathing brake dust.
1. Remove the front wheels and support the front of the car on safety stands.
2. Separate the brake hose clamp from the knuckle by removing the bolts.
Caliper Bolt Removal
3. Remove the caliper bolt and pivot caliper up out of the way.
4. Remove the pad shims, pad retainers and pads.
Measuring Pad Thickness-Out Of Caliper
5. Using a vernier caliper, measure the thickness of each brake pad lining.
Brake Pad Measurement
6. If lining thickness is less than service limit, replace both pads as a set.
BRAKE PAD THICKNESS - FRONT
DX, LX and LX-i:
Standard ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11.0 mm (0.43 in)