FAQ for Brake Pad Set Repair
Q: Where can we test our vehicle?
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You need to select a smooth road with little or no traffic.
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01/11/2022 Q: What do we need to note when applying the brakes to bring the vehicle to a stop?
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You need to note that you don't allow the brakes to lock.
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01/11/2022 Q: What do we need to note when accelerating the vehicle?
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You need to use care to avoid overheating the brakes.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should I need to ensure during the installation?
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You need to ensure that you use new anti/rattle retainers.
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended distance when we are applying the brake pedal?
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You should gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended distance when applying the brake pedal?
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You should gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should I do, if the brake fluid level is higher than midway between the maximum-full and the minimum allowable level?
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You need to use the appropriate tool and remove the brake fluid at the midway point before proceeding.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should I do additionally to remove the Brake Pads if my vehicles have had the brake rotor retainers removed?
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You need to install and hand-tighten a wheel lug nut to hold the brake rotor in place, and you need to compress the front caliper piston. Then you need to remove the brake caliper assembly and support it with heavy mechanics wire or equivalent, and you also need to remove the inboard brake pad, the retainer spring, and the outboard brake pad. After that, you should inspect the disc brake mounting and hardware, the disc brake caliper, and the caliper bolts for corrosion or damage.
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended speed to accelerate the vehicle during the road test?
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The recommended speed is 48 km1h (30 mph).
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01/11/2022 Q: What do we need to note when removing the C-clamp from the brake caliper?
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You need to ensure that you don't disconnect the brake hose from the brake caliper.
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