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Front Brake Disc Runout Check

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  1. Place a dial gauge about 5 mm (0.2 in.) from the outer circumference of the brake disc, and measure the runout of the disc.

    Brake disc runout 

    Limit: 0.04 mm (0.0016 in.) or less (new one)

    Fig 1: Measuring Runout Of Disc
    G08308575Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. If the runout of the brake disc exceeds the limit specification, replace the disc, and then measure the runout again.
  3. If the runout does not meet the limit specification, remove the disc, turn it 180° and reinstall. Then check the runout of the brake disc again.
  4. If the runout cannot be corrected by changing the position of the brake disc, replace the brake disc.