Inspection and Replacement

Inspection and Replacement

WARNING: Never use an air hose or dry brush to clean brake assemblies. Use a vacuum cleaner, to avoid breathing brake dust.

1. Raise rear of vehicle.

WARNING: Support on safety stands.

2. Remove road wheel(s).
3. Release the parking brake.

70M 0257

• A Caliper mounting bolts
• B Caliper

4. Remove the two caliper mounting bolts and the caliper from the bracket.

CAUTION: Thoroughly clean the outside of the caliper to prevent dust and dirt from entering. Support the caliper with a piece of wire so that it is not supported by the brake hose.

70M 0258

• A Inner pad shim
• B Outer pad shim
• C Rear brake pads

5. Remove the pad shims and brake pads. Check shims for wear.

A 70M 0259

• A Backing plate

6. Using vernier calipers, measure the thickness of each brake pad lining.

Brake Pad Thickness:
Standard = 9.0mm (0.35 in) Service Limit = 1.6mm (0.06 in)

Note: Measurement does not include pad backing plate thickness.

70M 0260

• A Caliper bracket
• B Pad retainers

7. Remove the pad retainers.
8. Clean the caliper thoroughly; remove any rust, and check for grooves or cracks.
9. Check the brake disc for damage or cracks.
10. Check caliper bracket for damage.
11. Make sure that the pad retainers are installed in the correct positions.