Brake Pad Check

CAUTION: If there is a significant difference in thickness between the brake pads at right and left, check the sliding area and the run-out of the brake disc (Refer to LUBRICATION POINT BRAKE DISC CHECK ).

Visually check the thickness of brake pad from the inspection hole of the caliper body.
Standard value:

10.0 mm (0.39 inch) < Front >

9.0 mm (0.35 inch) < Rear >

Limit:

2.0 mm (0.08 inch) < Front >

1.5 mm (0.06 inch) < Rear >
If the brake pad thickness is less than the limit value, replace the brake pad (Refer to BRAKE PAD REPLACEMENT ).

Fig 1: Locating Brake Pad Thickness (Front)
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

Fig 2: Locating Brake Pad Thickness (Rear)
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.