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Disc Brake System: Testing and Inspection





BRAKE: FRONT BRAKE (for 4WD and Pre-Runner): INSPECTION

1. INSPECT BRAKE CYLINDER AND PISTON

(a) Check the cylinder bore and piston for rust and scoring.

2. INSPECT PAD LINING THICKNESS





(a) Using a ruler, measure the pad lining thickness.

Standard thickness:

11.5 mm (0.453 in.)

Minimum thickness:

1.0 mm (0.0394 in.)