When the brake pads of the front and rear wheels are worn out, a warning light on the dashboard lights up. In this case, the brake pads must be replaced immediately.
Mark the position of the wheel disc on the hub so that you can then install the balanced wheel in its original place. Loosen the wheel bolts.
Raise the car, remove the wheels.
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