Brake linings should always be replaced as complete
See
“Brake
System Inspection” in Section
7
of
this
NOTICE:
axle sets.
Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads
Inspections”.
could result in costly brake repair.
manual under Part
C
“Periodic Maintenance
Same driving conditions or climates may cause a brake
squeal when the brakes are. first applied or lightly
applied. This does not mean something is wrong with
your brakes.
See “Caliper/Knuckle Maintenance Inspection’’ in
Section
7
of
this manual under
Part
C
“Periodic
Maintenance Inspections.”
If
you
have
rear
drum
brakes, they don’t have wear
indicators, but
if
you ever hear a rear brake rubbing
noise, have the rear brake linings inspected. Also, the
rear brake drums should
be
removed and inspected each
time the tires are removed for rotation or changing.
When
you
have the front brakes replaced, have the rear
brakes
inspected, too.
Brake
Pedal
Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return
to
normal height, or
if
there
is
a rapid increase in pedal
travel.
This
could be a sign
of
brake trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time
you
make a moderate brake stop,
your
disc
brakes adjust for wear.
If
you
rarely
make
a
moderate
or
heavier stop, then your brakes might not adjust correctly.
If
you drive
in
that
way, then
--
very carefully
--
make
a few moderate brake stops about every
1,000
miles
(1
600
km),
so
your brakes will adjust properly.
If
your brake pedal goes down farther than normal, your
rear drum brakes may need adjustment. Adjust them by
backing up and firmly applying the brakes
a
few times.
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