Filed Under (Lexus) by admin on 28-06-2010
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2. INSPECT PAD LINING THICKNESS Check the pad thickness through the caliper inspection hole and replace pads if the thickness is not within the specification. Minimum thickness: 1.0 mm (0.039 inch) 3. REMOVE ANTI-SQUEAL SPRING AND PAD GUIDE PIN a. Raise the “B” portion with hand, push up the “A” portion and unlatch the anti-squeal spring from brake caliper. b. Remove the anti-squeal spring. NOTICE: Do not deform the clip and anti-squeal spring. The clip and anti-squeal spring can be used again provided that they have sufficient rebound, no-deformation, cracks or wear, and have had all rust, dirt and foreign particles cleaned off. c. Remove the clip and pad guide pin. 4. REMOVE PADS AND ANTI-SQUEAL SHIMS a. Remove the 2 pads. b. Remove the 4 anti-squeal shims from each pad. 5. CHECK DISC THICKNESS AND RUNOUT 6. INSTALL NEW PADS NOTICE: When replacing worn pads, the anti-squeal shims must be replaced together with the pads. a. Apply disc brake grease to both sides of inner anti-squeal shims. b. Install the 2 anti-squeal shims on each pad. HINT: Make sure the arrows on the inner anti-squeal shims facing to the direction of disc rotation as shown in the illustration. c. Draw out a small amount of brake fluid from the reservoir.
