Subaru SVX 1992 Manual page 863

BRAKES [w1A2] 4-4
~ A: ON-CAR SERVICE
1 . PAD
1) Disconnect brake hose from strut .
2) Remove lock pin .
Fig. 43
3) Raise caliper body .
4) Remove pad .
Fig. 44
5) Check pad thickness A.
0
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0
t
C4-613
Fig. 45
Pad thickness
Standard value 17(0 .67)
(including back metal)
mm (in) wear limit 7 .5 (0 .295)
a. Always replace the pads for both the left and right
wheels at the same time . Also replace pad clips if they
are twisted or worn.
b . A wear indicator is provided on the outer disc brake
pad . If the pad wears down to such an extent that the
end of the wear indicator contacts the disc rotor, a
squeaking sound is produced as the wheel rotates . If
this sound is heard, replace the pad .
c. Replace pad if there is oil or grease on it.
6) Apply thin coat of PBC GREASE (725191330 or
003607000) to the frictional portion between pad and
pad clip .
7) Install pads on support.
Guide pin
Shim (Rubber coating)
Outer pad
Shim (Stainless)
Shim
(Rubber
Pad clip
coating)
Inner pad
U
Pad must be installed
with the clip of pad facing
lower side of vehicle.
84-371
Fig. 46
8) Install caliper body on support.
If it is difficult to push piston during pad replacement,
loosen air bleeder to facilitate work.
2. DISC ROTOR
1 ) Set a dial gauge on the disc rotor . Turn disc rotor to
check runout .
Make sure that dial gauge is set 5 mm (0 .20 in) inward
of rotor outer perimeter.
Fig. 47
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