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Pads only vs Pads + rotors

Pads only

Option A in this comparison. See the decision summary below for when this choice wins.

Pads + rotors

Option B in this comparison. See the decision summary below for when this choice wins.

Decision summary

pads-only at 1st service if rotors are above minimum spec; both if rotors are warped or worn.

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