Toyota fj front brake pads replacement #automobile #mechanic #tipsandtricks #automotive #diy, by Waqas mechanic official on YouTube. 1 min 7 s.
- Video length
- 1 min 7 s
- Time to do it
- 1 hour
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Steps
- 9
What you need
Steps
Park on flat, solid ground, chock the rear wheels and loosen the front wheel nuts slightly before lifting.
Jack up the front, place axle stands under the frame rails and remove both front wheels.
Unbolt the two caliper guide bolts with a 14mm spanner and lift the caliper off the rotor. Hang it with a strap so the brake hose is not stretched.
Pull the old pads and anti-rattle clips out of the caliper bracket. Check the rotor for deep grooves or a heavy lip.
Clean the bracket, fit new clips and apply a thin smear of brake pad grease to the pad backing edges, not the friction face.
Push the caliper piston back with a retractor or C-clamp until it sits flush. Watch the brake fluid level in the reservoir and remove some if it rises.
Slide the new pads into the clips, refit the caliper and tighten the guide bolts. Repeat on the other side.
Refit the wheels, lower the car and torque the wheel nuts in a star pattern.
Pump the brake pedal several times until it feels firm before you drive. Bed the pads in with gentle stops for the first 100 km.
Tips and common mistakes
Never let the caliper hang by the brake hose, as it can crack and leak.
Open the bleed nipple slightly when pushing the piston back if the reservoir is already full.
Check the brake fluid level after the job and top up with the correct DOT grade.
If a rotor is below its minimum thickness, replace it rather than just fitting pads.
Questions
Do I need to replace the rotors too?
Not always. If the rotors are smooth and above minimum thickness, new pads are fine. Deep grooves or a strong lip mean new rotors.
Why does the brake pedal feel soft after the job?
Air or a pushed-back piston can leave a soft pedal. Pump the pedal with the engine off until it is firm, and bleed the brakes if it stays spongy.
How long do front pads last on an FJ Cruiser?
It depends on driving, but many owners get 40,000 to 60,000 km from a front set. Check pad thickness at every tyre rotation.
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