V40 brakes

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Geoff Pearson - 09 Mar 2005 21:07 GMT

I had my 2002 V40 serviced at the main dealer today - all was well except
the front brakes are 80% worn. The garage said they could be left a bit
longer before replacement. If they brakes are down to 20% of original
(whatever) surely I should replace them now. But if the capacity is 80% of
original then I can see I can wait. I'll ask the dealer to explain but does
the "80% worn" mean anything to the experts here?

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brackenburn - 09 Mar 2005 23:56 GMT

Hi Geoff,

I'm no expert, but IMHO if the brake pads are "80% worn" then they are
indeed worn down to the remaining 20% of the original thickness. My
dealership reports brakes condition differently. E.g "80% remaining", which
of course means the pads are only 20% worn..........
Confusing, isn't it!

Andy I.

| I had my 2002 V40 serviced at the main dealer today - all was well except
| the front brakes are 80% worn. The garage said they could be left a bit
| longer before replacement. If they brakes are down to 20% of original
| (whatever) surely I should replace them now. But if the capacity is 80% of
| original then I can see I can wait. I'll ask the dealer to explain but does
| the "80% worn" mean anything to the experts here?

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