Subaru SVX 1992 Manual page 868

4-4 [w2A2] BRAKES
3) Raise caliper body.
4) Remove pad from support .
Fig. 62
5) Check pad thickness A .
134-1339
Fig. 63
Pad thickness
Standard value 15.0 (0.591)
(including back metal)
mm (in)
Wear limit 6 .5 (0 .256)
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_vear 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 pad on support .
Guide pin
Outer pad
Shim JRubber costing)
Shim (Stainless) Shim
Outer pad
Pad clip
Shim
-
1h
# (Rubber
Inner pad
d must be installed PP,a
with the clip of pad facing
lower side of vehicle.
84-371
Fig . 64
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 . 65
Disc rotor runout limit :
0.1 mm (0 .004 in)
2) Measure disc rotor thickness .
Make sure that micrometer is set 5 mm (0.20 in) inward
of rotor outer perimeter.
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