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CLZ31VD

Brake Burnishing Procedure
Burnish the brake pad (or lining) and disc rotor mutually contacting surfaces of disc rotor according to following procedure after refinishing or replacing drums or rotors, after replacing pads or linings, or if a soft pedal occurs at very low mileage.

CAUTION:
^ Be careful of vehicle speed because brake does not operate easily until pad and disc rotor are securely fitted.
^ Only perform this procedure under safe road and traffic conditions. Use extreme caution.

1. Drive vehicle on straight, flat road.
2. Depress brake pedal with the power to stop vehicle within 3 to 5 seconds until the vehicle stops.
3. Drive without depressing brake for a few minutes to cool brake.
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 until pad and disc rotor are securely fitted.