Kia Soul: Rear Disc Brake. Inspection
| Rear 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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| Rear 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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| Rear 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 180В° 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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Rear Disc Brake. Replacement
Rear brake pads
1.
Remove the front wheel & tire.
2.
Loosen the guide rod bolt (B) and the remove the rear caliper
body (A).
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Rear Disc Brake. Installation
Brake caliper assembly
1.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
2.
Rotate the caliper piston and push the direction of the arrow.
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See also:
Components Location
1. Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV)
2. Vapor line
3. ORVR valve
4. Fuel tank air filter
5. Canister Close Valve (CCV)
6. Canister
7. Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor (FTPS ...
Tire maintenance
In addition to proper inflation, correct wheel alignment helps to decrease tire
wear. If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer check the wheel alignment.
When you have new tires instal ...
Sub Frame Replacement
1.
Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2.
Loosen the bolt (A) and then disco ...