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Brake Pad: Testing and Inspection

BRAKE PAD LINING CHECK





Inspect pad linings periodically according to maintenance schedule whenever wheels are removed (for tire rotation or other reason). Take a look through hole of caliper and check lining thickness of inside pad.
Thickness "d"
Service Limit: 1.0 mm (0.04 inch)
If one of brake pad is worn to service limit, all linings must be replaced at the same time.