1 Jack up the front of the vehicle, and support it on axle stands (see “Jacking and vehicle support”).

2 For better access to the brake calipers, remove the roadwheels.

3 If any of the pads friction material is worn to the specified thickness or less, all four pads must be renewed as a set.

4 For a comprehensive check, the brake pads should be removed and cleaned. The operation of the caliper can then also be checked, and the condition of the brake disc itself can be fully examined on both sides.

Refer to Chapter 9 for further information.