Rear Brake Pads

Inspection/Replacement

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•   Never use an air hose or dry brush to clean brake assemblies.
•   Use an OSHA-approved vacuum cleaner, to avoid breathing brake dust.
1. Block the front wheels, loosen the rear wheel lug nuts slightly, support the rear of car on safety stands, then remove the rear wheels. Release the parking brake.

2. Remove the caliper shield.

3. 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 5, replace the rear pads as a set.


4. Remove the pad shims, pads and pad retainers.

5. Using vernier calipers, measure the thickness of each brake pad lining.

Brake Pad Thickness:
Standard:   7.5 mm (0.30 in) Service Limit: 1.6 mm (0.06 in)

NOTE: Measurement does not include pad backing plate thickness.