Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Honda Insight BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Thickness and Parallelism
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Insight and 2010 Honda Insight. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise the vehicle on a lift (see LIFT AND SUPPORT POINTS ).
- Remove the front wheels.
- Remove the brake pads (see REPLACEMENT ).
- Using a micrometer, measure the brake disc thickness at eight points, about 45 ° apart and 10 mm (3/8 in) in from the outer edge of the brake disc. Replace the brake disc if the smallest measurement is less than the max. refinishing limit.
Brake disc thickness:
Standard: 21.0 mm (0.83 in)
Max. refinishing limit: 19.0 mm (0.75 in)
Brake disc parallelism: 0.015 mm (0.0006 in) max.
NOTE: This is the maximum allowable difference between the thickness measurements.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.