Replacement Of Brake Pad And Lining - Subaru 2002 Legacy Owner's Manual

Replacement of brake pad and lining

CAUTION
If you continue to drive despite the scraping noise from the audi-
ble brake pad wear indicator, it will result in the need for costly
brake rotor repair or replacement.
The front disc brakes and the right rear disc brake have an audible wear
indicators on the brake pads. If the brake pads wear close to their ser-
vice limit, the wear indicator makes a very audible scraping noise when
the brake pedal is applied.
If you hear this scraping noise each time you apply the brake pedal,
have the brake pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
B Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings
When replacing the brake pad or lining, use only genuine SUBARU
parts. After replacement, the new parts must be broken in as follows:
n Brake pad and lining
While maintaining a speed of 30 to 40 mph (50 to 65 km/h), step on
the brake pedal lightly. Repeat this five or more times.
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