Kizashi AWD L4-2.4L (2010)
9) Depress brake pedal three times or more with engine running to activate pad clearance adjustment mechanism so that clearance between rear brake
disc and brake pad will be appropriate.
10) Check that brakes are not dragging and that appropriate stopping force can be obtained.
11) Install rear wheel and check if parking brake lever stroke is appropriate and if proper parking braking force can be obtained.
Rear Brake Pad Inspection
Rear Brake Pad Inspection
Reference: Rear Brake Pad Removal and Installation
CAUTION:
Never polish brake pad lining with sandpaper.
If lining is polished with sandpaper, hard particles of sandpaper will remain on the lining and may damage rear brake disc. When brake pad
lining is faulty, replace rear brake pads with new ones.
NOTE:
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Check for leakage of brake fluid when removing brake pads and repair brake caliper if leakage is found.
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Replace all the rear brake pads at the same time even if any rear brake pad needs to be replaced.
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Check thickness of brake pad lining. If any lining is thinner than limit or one side is excessively worn, replace all rear brake pads.
Rear brake pad lining thickness "a"
Standard (new): 9 mm (0.35 in.)
Limit: 1.5 mm (0.06 in.)