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Verify that the thickness of the pad material (as shown between
the arrows in the photo at the right) is greater than 1 mm (1/32
in). If the thickness is found to be less than this, replace the
pads.
Always replace the brake pads as a set.
Brake Pad Replacement:
To replace the brake pads, proceed as follows:
Completely remove the caliper from the chassis of the
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vehicle by removing the two bolts that secure it.
Remove the clip at the end of the pin, shown in the
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picture on page 10-3 of this chapter.
Using a steel punch and a hammer, push the pin
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completely out of the brake caliper casting. Be sure to
push the pin from the side shown in the picture at the
right.
Remove the retainer clip shown in the picture on page
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10-3 of this chapter.
Remove the pads and replace with a set of new ones.
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Re-assemble the brake caliper and reinstall it on the chassis
following the steps outlined above in the reverse order.
Brake Disc:
Verify whether the brake disc is scratched, cracked or discolored
by heat and replace as required.
Never machine the brake disc.
CAUTION
CAUTION
HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM 10 - 5
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