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Front Brake Pads

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  1. Loosen the guide rod bolt (B) and pivot the caliper (A) up out of the way.

    Tightening torque: 

    21.6 ~ 31.4 N.m (2.2 ~ 3.2 kgf.m, 15.9 ~ 23.1 lb-ft)

    Fig 1: Guide Rod Bolt & Caliper
    G08308571Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Replace pad shim (D), pad retainers (C) and brake pads (B) in the caliper carrier (A).
    Fig 2: Pad Shim, Pad Retainers, Brake Pads & Caliper Carrier
    G08308572Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.