Front Brake Pad: Inspection

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Check the pad thickness A.

Brembo type

Fig 1: Identifying Pad Thickness (Brembo Type)
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Pad thickness A	mm (in)	Standard	8.9 (0.35)
		Wear limit	1.2 (0.047)

Except for brembo type

Fig 2: Identifying Pad Thickness (Except For Brembo Type)
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Pad thickness A	mm (in)	Standard	11 (0.433)
		Wear limit	1.5 (0.059)

NOTE:

Always replace the pads of both wheels and both sides as a set.
Replace the cross spring and pad pins if they are twisted or worn. (Brembo type)
A wear indicator is installed on the outer disc brake pad. (Brembo type)
Wear indicators are installed on the inner and outer disc brake pads. (Except for brembo type)
If the pad is worn to the limit, the end of wear indicator contacts disc rotor, and a squeaking sound is heard as the wheel rotates. If the sound is heard, replace the pad.
Replace the pad if there is oil or grease on it.