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Disc Runout

Runout Inspection
1. Support the rear of the car on safety stands and remove the rear wheels.

2. Remove the rear brake caliper. Service and Repair

3. Inspect the disc surface for grooves, cracks, and rust. Clean the disc thoroughly and remove all rust.

4. Use suitable nuts (12 x 1.5 mm) and plain washers to hold the disc securely against the hub. Torque nuts to 110 Nm (11 kg-m, 80 lb-ft). Mount a dial indicator as shown.






Brake Disc Runout:
Service Limit: 0.10 mm (0.004 in)


5. If the disc is beyond the service limit, refinish the disc.


NOTE: A new disc should be refinished if its runout is greater than 0.10 mm (0.004 in).