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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: Locating Guide Rod Bolt And Caliper
    G12166365Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Replace pad shim (D), pad retainers (C) and brake pads (B) in the caliper carrier (A).
Fig 2: Locating Pad Shim, Pad Retainers, Brake Pads And Caliper Carrier
G12166366Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.