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Brake Pads

Brake Pads






Removal

WARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

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CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.

1. Check the brake fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
- If required, remove fluid until the brake master cylinder reservoir is half full.
2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.

CAUTION: Install a new pad if it is worn past the specified thickness above the metal backing plate or rivets. Install new pads in complete axle sets.

3. Inspect the pads for wear and contamination.

CAUTION: Do not allow the brake caliper to hang from the brake caliper flexible hose. Use a suitable tool to support the brake caliper.

4. Remove the 2 bolts and position the brake caliper aside.
5. Measure the brake disc thickness and install a new brake disc if it is not within specification.
6. Remove the brake pads and the 2 slippers.
- Discard the slippers.
7. Inspect the disc brake anchor plate assembly.
- Check the guide pin boots for damage.
- Check the guide pins for binding and damage.
- Replace worn or damaged boots. Lubricate the guide pins.

Installation

CAUTION: Do not allow grease, oil, brake fluid or other contaminants to contact the pad lining material. Do not install contaminated pads.

NOTE: Install all new hardware supplied with the pad kit.

1. Install the 2 new slippers and brake pads.
2. Position the brake caliper and install the 2 bolts.
- Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
3. Test the brakes for normal operation.
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