Acura NSX 1997 Service Manual page 644

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Rear Brake Pads
Inspection/Replacement
• Never use an air hose or dry brush to clean brake
assemblies.
• Use an OSHA-approved vacuum cleaner to avoid
breathing brake dust.
1. Loosen the rear wheel nuts slightly, then raise each
side of the vehicle and support it on safety stands
(see page 1-10 through 1-12).
Remove the rear wheels.
2. Remove the caliper shield.
3. Remove the lock pin and clevis pin. Remove the
cable clip, and disconnect the cable from the arm.
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4. Remove the two brake hose mounting bolts.
Remove the two caliper mounting bolts, and the
caliper from the bracket.
CAUTION:
• Thoroughly clean the outside of the caliper to
prevent dust and dirt from entering inside.
• Support the caliper with a piece of wire so that
it does not hang from the brake hose.
If lining thickness is less than service limit at step 6,
replace the brake pads as a set.