Re: Gotta replace brake rotors and pads at the same time (99 V70 AWD)? In an earlier contribution to this discussion,
Larry <midicad2001@yahoo.com> wrote:
> Getting this message from Wheelworks technician, claims "manufacturer
> requirement". There is nothing wrong with the rotors. Car has
> something like 70k miles on it.
>
> Wouldn't surprise me, seems like I have to get a new engine every time
> I fill up the gas tank!
>
> But just wanted to double check, I don't have a lot of confidence in
> what car repair places tell me.
>
> Thx!
There is no such requirement that I am aware of! When replacing the pads,
the discs (rotors, if you insist!) need to be checked to make sure that they
are within spec with regard to:
* minimum remaining thickness
* runout
* absence of serious scoring
Provided they are ok, there's no reason to replace them.
My 1999 V70 (UK) still has the original discs but is on its second set of
pads.
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Cheers,
Roger
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