Disc Brake Pads (Front) Explanation

DISC BRAKE PADS INSPECTION
Visually inspect brake pads for uneven lining wear. Also inspect for excessive lining deterioration. Check the clearance between the tips of the wear indicators (if equipped) on the pads and the brake rotors.

If a visual inspection does not adequately determine the condition of the lining, a physical check will be necessary. To check the amount of lining wear, remove the disc brake pads from the vehicle.

Measure brake pad minimum thickness (Fig 1) #1. Brake pads must be replaced when usable material on a brake pad lining (Fig 2) #2 measured at its thinnest point measures one millimeter (0.04 inches) or less.
If a brake pad fails inspection, replace both disc brake pads (inboard and outboard) at each caliper. It is also necessary to replace the pads on the opposite side of the vehicle as well as the pads failing inspection to maintain proper braking characteristics.

If the brake pad assemblies do not require replacement, be sure to reinstall the brake pads in the original position they were removed from.

NOTE: It is important to inspect both front and rear brake pads during the same inspection.

FRONT DISC BRAKE PADS REMOVAL
1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Remove wheel and tire assembly.
3. Drain small amount of fluid from master cylinder brake reservoir with clean suction gun.
4. Remove the 2 caliper mounting bolts (Fig 2) #3.
5. Compress the caliper (Fig 2) #4 and remove from the adaptor.
6. Secure caliper (Fig 2) #4 to nearby suspension part with wire. Do not allow brake hose to support caliper weight.
7. Remove the inboard (Fig 3) #2 and outboard brake pads #3 from the caliper adapter #4.
8. Remove the anti-rattle clips from the brake caliper adapter #4.

FRONT DISC BRAKE PADS INSTALLATION
1. Remove and clean all rust and debris from the anti-rattle clip mounting surfaces on the brake caliper adapter (Fig 3) #4.
2. Install new anti-rattle clips into the caliper adapter (Fig 3) #4.
3. Install the inboard (Fig 3) #2 and outboard brake pads #3 onto the caliper adapter #4.
4. Install caliper (Fig 2) #4 on the caliper adapter.
5. Install the caliper slide pin bolts (Fig 2) #3 and tighten to 44 N.m (32 ft. lbs.).
6. Install wheel and tire assembly.
7. Remove support and lower vehicle.
8. Pump brake pedal until caliper pistons and brake pads are seated and a firm brake pedal is obtained.
9. Fill brake fluid.