Disc Brake Pad Check

CAUTION:

If there is a significant difference in the thicknesses of the pads on the left and right sides, check the sliding condition of the piston and slide pins.

Visually check the thickness of brake pad from the inspection hole of the caliper body.
Standard value: 10.0 mm (0.39 inch)

Limit: 2.0 mm (0.08 inch)

Fig 1: Checking Brake Pad Thickness Through Caliper Body Check Port (Front)
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

Fig 2: Checking Brake Pad Thickness Through Caliper Body Check Port (Rear)
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

CAUTION: Do not wipe off the special grease that is on the lock pin. Do not contaminate the lock pin.
If the brake pad thickness is less than the limit value, replace the brake pad