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PR097A
MEASURING/REPLACING BRAKE
PADS
Removing
1. Remove the parking brake cable (see Adjusting
in this sub-section).
2. Lift the cargo box; then disconnect the lift sup-
port and allow the cargo box to tilt all the way
back.
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3. Remove the two cap screws securing the brake
caliper to the rear drive housing and remove the
caliper.
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4. Remove the anti-rattle springs; then push in on
the caliper holder and remove the outer brake
pad. Remove the inner pad.
Inspecting and Measuring
1. Inspect the pads for gouges, chips, or wear.
2. Inspect the disc for gouges, grooves, cracks, and
warpage.
3. Using a calipers, measure the thickness of each
brake pad.
4. If the thickness of either brake pad is less than
1.0 mm (0.039 in.), the brake pads must be
replaced.
NOTE: The brake pads should be replaced as a
set.
Installing
1. Place the brake pads into the caliper; then install
the anti-rattle springs.
NOTE: The metal backing of the pad will be fac-
ing the actuator when installed properly.
2. Slide brake caliper assembly over the brake disc
and into position on the knuckle; then secure the
caliper with the cap screws tightened to specifi-
cations (see Section 10).
3. Connect the parking brake cable (see Adjusting
in this sub-section).
4. Adjust the parking brake (see Adjusting in this
sub-section).
5. Connect the lift support to the cargo box.
NOTE: Whenever installing new pads, the new
pads must be burnished (see Burnishing Brake
Pads in this section).
! CAUTION
If after adjusting the parking brake cable the parking
brake will not hold the vehicle, the brake pads must
be replaced.
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