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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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA1999626 ES, 2.5 D, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 515 (CONVENTIONAL BRAKE SYSTEM)FRONT BRAKE (DISC) INSPECTIONDISC PLATE THICKNESS INSPECTION
1999 Mazda 626 ES, 2.5 D, Standard
Disc Plate Thickness Inspection
1999 Mazda 626 ES, 2.5 D, StandardSECTION Disc Plate Thickness Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
- Excessive runout may result if the disc plate is removed from the vehicle then machined. Machine the disc plate while installed on the vehicle.
- Measure the thickness of the disc plate.
- If the thickness is not within the specification, replace the disc plate.
DISC PLATE MINIMUM THICKNESS SPECIFICATION
| Disk plate outer diameter 255 mm {10.0 in} | 18.0 mm {0.71 in} |
| Disk plate outer diameter 270 mm {10.6 in} | 20.0 mm {0.79 in} |
MINIMUM THICKNESS AFTER MACHINING
| Disk plate outer diameter 255 mm {10.0 in} | 18.8 mm {0.74 in} |
| Disk plate outer diameter 270 mm {10.6 in} | 20.8 mm {0.82 in} |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.