Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair MG
01 Introduction02 General information03 General data, torque settings and capacities04 Maintenance05 Engine (K Series)06 Engine management (MEMS 3), fuel and emission systems07 Cooling system08 Manifolds and exhaust system09 Clutch10 Manual gearbox11 Automatic gearbox (Stepspeed Em-CVT)12 Drive shafts13 Steering14 Front suspension15 Rear suspension16 Brakes17 Restraint systems (SRS)18 Body19 Heating and ventilation20 Air conditioning21 Wipers and washers22 Electrical23 Instruments
MG TF Factory Workshop Manual (2002-2005)16 · Brakes
16 · Brakes

Front brake disc - sports - check thickness and run-out (Brakes)

Make
MG
Model
TF Factory Workshop Manual
Year
2002–2005
Section
Adjustments › Front brake disc - sports - check thickness and run-out
BrakesFront brake disc - sports - check thickness and run-out · page 1 of 2
Diagram
  1. Position a suitable spacer to each wheel stud and secure brake disc using wheel nuts. Tighten wheel nuts in a diagonal sequence to 70 Nm.
  2. Secure and position dial test indicator probe 6 mm from outer edge of brake disc. Zero dial test indicator, rotate brake disc one complete turn to measure disc run-out. Disc run-out limit = 0.05 mm.
  3. If run-out exceeds limit, mark disc to show position on drive flange; remove 2 screws retaining disc, remove disc and refit after rotating 180°. Tighten disc securing screws to 7 Nm and re-check disc run-out.
  4. Renew disc if run-out exceeds limit even after re-positioning of disc on drive flange.
  5. Untie caliper and support caliper weight.
  6. Align caliper carrier to hub ensuring correct positioning of brake pads. Fit and tighten bolts to 85 Nm.
  7. Apply foot brake several times to enable brake pads to position correctly.
  8. Remove wheel nuts and spacers. Fit road wheel(s), fit wheel nuts and tighten in a diagonal sequence to 70 Nm.
  9. Remove stand(s) and lower vehicle.

FRONT BRAKE DISC - SPORTS - CHECK THICKNESS AND RUN-OUT

Service repair no - 70.10.14

  1. Raise front of vehicle.

WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.

  1. Check brake disc run-out. See SUSPENSION, Adjustments.
Front brake disc - sports - check thickness and run-out – Check brake disc run-out. See SUSPENSION, Adjustments.
  1. Remove 2 bolts securing brake caliper to hub. Release caliper from hub and tie aside.

CAUTION: Do not allow caliper to hang on brake hose.

Parts & tools for this job For 2002 MG TF

Links open Amazon search results in a new tab. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.