Chevrolet Corvette 2013 Owner's Manual page 296

10-34 Vehicle Care
Brake pads can be visually
inspected through the wheel by
inspecting the outer brake pads
at each wheel.
Brake pads should be replaced
when worn to 2 mm of pad
thickness. New pads are 10 mm
thick.
In addition, brake pad inspection
is required any time the tires are
removed.
The Z06, ZR1, manual transmission
Grand Sport Coupe, and 427
Convertible models also have an
electronic brake pad wear sensor
system. When pads are worn, the
CHANGE BRAKE PADS message
displays in the Driver Information
Center. See Brake System
Messages on page 5 35.
Some driving conditions or climates
can cause a brake squeal when the
brakes are first applied or lightly
applied. This does not mean
something is wrong with the brakes.
Brake linings should always be
replaced as complete axle sets.
Brake Rotor Wear
ZR1 and Z06 models may have,
ceramic brake rotors. Rotors should
be visually inspected whenever the
brake pads are replaced. Rotors
also need to be weighed before
brake pads are replaced to confirm
that the rotor mass is greater than
the wear-out mass printed on the
rotor. The rotor can be reused if the
weight of the rotor is above the
mass limit. Rotor inspection and
weighing methods can be found in
the service manual. See Service
Publications Ordering Information
on page 13 16.
Brake Rotor Protector
WARNING
Ceramic rotors will be very hot
after operation and touching them
may cause burns. Be sure brake
system is completely cool prior to
installation of protector, or coming
in contact with them.
Notice: Rotors may be chipped if
hard contact is made with the
wheel during wheel installation or
removal. Always use the rotor
protectors. Be sure to carefully
follow wheel removal and
installation instructions.