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Front Disc Brake Pad Inspection

Reference: FRONT DISC BRAKE PAD REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION 

Check pad lining (1) for wear. When the wear exceeds limit, replace with new one.

CAUTION: If the brake pad lining is polished with sandpaper, abrading particles will be embedded in the lining and will damage the brake disc. Do not polish a rough pad lining with sandpaper. Replace the pad with a new one.
NOTE: When pads are removed, visually inspect caliper for brake fluid leak. Correct leaky point, if any.

Front disc brake pad thickness (lining thickness) "a" 

Standard: 10 mm (0.39 in.) 

Limit: 2 mm (0.08 in.) 

Fig 1: Checking Disc Brake Pad Thickness
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