BRAKE PAD INSTALLATION:
- Typically, shims are not advised for our MP-series pads as they could compromise pedal responsiveness. Nonetheless, you may utilize them (taken from your current pads) if desired.
- Following pad removal, clean the piston surface area, inspect for leaks or caliper damage, and rebuild or replace as needed.
- Position new pads ensuring correct orientation and secure placement within brackets.
- Inspect brake lines and surrounding parts for excessive wear and tear.
- Inspect rotor for correct thickness, parallelism, and lateral run-out.
- Clean the rotor surface and remove any oil, grease, or debris. If a different compound was used on the rotor previously, it is highly recommended to resurface the rotor for maximum bed-in results and optimal future performance.
- Ensure the brakes are not binding on the rotor's surface; depending on the caliper setup, the rotor should be able to rotate by hand effortlessly or with minimal force
MUPEAK MP BRAKE PADS BREAK-IN PROCEDURE:
1. For PERFORMANCE STREET (MP200 , 400):
Before performing the following break-in procedure, please ensure the road is wide open and has minimal traffic. Always follow local traffic laws and be prepared to abort the break-in procedure if any emergencies or unavoidable scenarios arise. we highly recommend perform the procedure in a private road or closed course.
- Make 8 light-medium force brakings from approx. 35 mph, however do not go below 20 mph. Do not drag the brake for a long time the braking process should take about 2-3 seconds. The purpose of this step is that let the brake pad work on the coating and gradually bring up the temperature on the rotors and pads.
- After warming up the rotors and pads, perform four medium-hard braking actions from appromately 55 mph without dropping below 30 mph. Please avoid slamming on the brake pedal or braking too hard to trigger the ABS, except in emergencies or unavoidable scenarios. Triggering the ABS can cause an uneven pattern of pad material on the rotors. The goal of this step is to establish a smooth and even layer of pad material on the brake rotors at a mild working temperature.
- Drive the car without using brake or using minimum brake to cool the brakes, except for the emergencies and unavoidable scenarios.
- After brakes are cooled off, checkt the break in layer on the rotor. it should be consistant grey to black ish layer on the brake rotors. If there are still coating on the rotors, or any uneven patterns on the brake rotors, please double check for the fitment and installation, and repeat the bed-in process.
FOR RACE AND MOTORSPORTS PADS ON TRACK (MP600, 800):
- Racing pads must be properly bedded-in under racetrack conditions to avoid undesirable results or premature failure.
- Please seal all the brake cooling ducts if possible, and double-check that the installation of brake components and the condition of other brake parts are safe before performing any procedures.
- Make 6 to 8 medium brakings without trigger abs or lock up tires from approx. 60-80 mph. and Do not drag brakes to a complete stop. This step is bring the temperature on the pads and rotors
- Then, Increase pace to simulate race conditions (about 80-90% of race pace ) and make additional 6 to 8 hard brakings. For this step try not to trigger abs or locking up tires, adjust the pace based on your tire grip level.
- Allow 10-15 minutes for the brake system to cool down. A couple of cooldown laps without braking are ideal. Do not apply the parking brake during this cooldown period.
Side notes:
The Braking action should always 'firm and release' pedal action, rather than dragging the brakes to a complete stop.
For motorsports/racing pad break-in, if it's difficult to perform this procedure on the track, it's acceptable to do the bed-in procedure on the street, similar to street pads. Just ensure a bit more speed and braking frequency is used.