Kia Forte: Inspection
Front brake disc thickness check
| 1. |
Check the brake pads for wear and fade.
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| 2. |
Check the brake disc for damage and cracks.
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| 3. |
Remove all rust and contamination from the surface, and measure
the disc thickness at 8 points, at least, of same distance (5mm) from
the brake disc outer circle.
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| 4. |
If wear exceeds the limit, replace the discs and pad assembly
left and right of the vehicle.
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Front Brake Pad Check
| 1. |
Check the pad wear. Measure the pad thickness and replace it,
if it is less than the specified value.
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| 2. |
Check that grease is applied, to sliding contact points and the
pad and backing metal for damage.
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Front brake disc runout check
| 1. |
Place a dial gauge about 5mm (0.2 in.) from the outer circumference
of the brake disc, and measure the runout of the disc.
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| 2. |
If the runout of the brake disc exceeds the limit specification,
replace the disc, and then measure the runout again.
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| 3. |
If the runout does not exceed the limit specification, install
the brake disc after turning it 180° and then check the runout of the
brake disc again.
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| 4. |
If the runout cannot be corrected by changing the position of
the brake disc, replace the brake disc.
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Replacement
Front brake pads
1.
Loosen the guide rod bolt (B) and pivot the caliper (A) up out
of the way.
Tightening torque:
21.6 ~ 31.4 N.m ...
Installation
1.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
2.
Compress the piston into the caliper body using the SST(09581-11000).
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See also:
Cargo area cover (5 Door)
Use the cover to hide items stored in the cargo area.
The cargo area cover will be lifted when the tailgate is opened.
Disconnect the strap (1) from holder if you want to return the cover to ori ...
Dynamic Damper Installation
1.
Apply soap powder on the shaft to prevent being damaged between
the shaft spline and the dynamic damper.
2.
Install the dynamic damper.
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High Mounted Stop Lamp Installation
[2 Door]
1.
Install the high mounted stop lamp assembly.
2.
Install the roof trim assembly.
[4 Door]
1.
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