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Front Brake Pad Check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Kia Sedona and 2006 Kia Sedona. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Check the pad wear. Measure the pad thickness and replace it, if it is less than the specified value.

    Pad thickness

    Standard value: 10.5 mm (0.41 in)

    Service limit: 2 mm (0.0787 in)

    Fig 1: Identifying Pad Thickness
    G04882828Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Check that grease is applied, to sliding contact points and the pad and backing metal for damage.