Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution in the Preface section.
- Inspect the disc brake pad mounting hardware for the following:
| • | Missing mounting hardware |
| • | Looseness at the caliper mounting bracket |
| • | Looseness at the disc brake pads |
- If any of the conditions listed are found, the disc brake pad mounting hardware requires replacement.
- Ensure the disc brake pads are held firmly in place on the caliper mounting bracket, yet slide easily on the mounting hardware without binding.
- Inspect the caliper bolts (1) for the following:
| • | Looseness in the caliper mounting bracket (3) |
| • | Bent or damaged caliper bolts |
| • | Cracked or torn boots (4) |
| • | Bent or damaged caliper mounting bracket (3) |
- If any of the conditions listed are found, the caliper mounting hardware requires replacement.
