General Specifications

2004 Mercury Sable V6-3.0L DOHC VIN SSECTION General Specifications




Brake Pads
Brake pad minimum thickness 3.0 mm (0.118 inch)
Brake pad maximum thickness variation (pad-to-pad) 2.0 mm (0.079 inch)
Brake pad maximum taper wear (in any direction) 3.0 mm (0.118 inch)

Brake Rotor/Disc
Front brake disc minimum thickness 24.75 mm (0.9744 in.)
Minimum thickness to machine front brake disc 25.35 mm (0.99 in.)
RENDER: 1.0x

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  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.