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Brake shims: which side are they supposed to be on?

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by ryevans21, Jun 25, 2013.

  1. ryevans21

    ryevans21 Member

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    Changed my front pads recently. The old pads had the shims on the NON-piston side, but the haynes manual seemed to show them on the piston side so that is where I put them. They work fine and dont squeal, so no issues, but I was just curious of what is correct (and if I should go back and switch them!)

    Thanks!
     
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    bigfitz52 Well-Known Member Premium Member

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    Are you talking about the "half shim" that clips to the brake pads?

    If so, yes, they go on the piston-side pads.
     
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    Yep, those. Thanks!
     
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