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.
Preliminary Service Specifications: Brakes
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Front Brake Rotors | ||
|
30.7 mm | 1.21 in |
|
29.0 mm | 1.14 in |
|
0.060 mm | 0.002 in |
|
0.030 mm | 0.0012 in |
|
1.50 mm | 0.059 in |
| Rotor Maximum Allowable Thickness Variation | ||
|
0.025 mm | 0.001 in |
|
0.006 mm | 0.00024 in |
| Rotor Minimum Allowable Thickness After Refinishing | ||
|
31.0 mm | 1.22 in |
|
30.0 mm | 1.18 in |
| Rotor Thickness-NEW | ||
|
32.2 mm | 1.27 in |
|
32.0 mm | 1.26 in |
| Rear Brake Rotors | ||
|
12.5 mm | 0.49 in |
|
23.0 mm | 0.91 in |
| Rotor Maximum Allowable Lateral Runout | ||
|
0.05 mm | 0.002 in |
|
0.0305 mm | 0.0012 in |
|
1.50 mm | 0.059 in |
| Rotor Maximum Allowable Thickness Variation | ||
|
0.02 mm | 0.001 in |
|
0.006 mm | 0.00024 in |
| Rotor Minimum Thickness After Refinishing | ||
|
12.9 mm | 0.51 in |
|
24.0 mm | 0.945 in |
| Rotor Thickness-NEW | ||
|
14.00 mm | 0.55 in |
|
26.00 mm | 1.024 in |
| Brake Pedal Travel | ||
|
74 mm | 2.91 in |
| * All brake rotors have a discard dimension cast into them. Replace any rotor that does not meet this specification. After refinishing the rotor, replace any rotor that does not meet the minimum thickness specification. | ||
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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.
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