OEM 2001 Toyota Tacoma Brake Pad Set

2001 Toyota Tacoma Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Properly Replace a Brake Pad Set on 2001 Toyota Tacoma?

  A: A mechanic must inspect driver brake pad lining thickness through the caliper inspection hole before pad replacement when lining reaches below 1.0 mm (0.039 inch). Lift the caliper into position by taking out the slide pin on the bottom side followed by a secure suspension that does not require flexible hose disconnect. First disconnect both brake pads together with four anti-squeal shims. After removing the pad wear indicator plate the support plates can be reused unless they show visible deformation or cracks or wear or have excessive rust or dirt. Measure disc thickness and runout before putting into place the four pad support plates. The procedure for installing new pads involves swapping both anti-squeal shims and wear indicator plates at the same time using the pads; the technician should install a pad wear indicator plate facing downward on the inner pad before securing two anti-squeal shims on each pad by applying disc brake grease to both sides of the inner anti-squeal shims. Start by placing the inner pad with its wear indicator plate pointing downwards before attaching the outer pad while making sure neither pad comes into contact with oil or grease on the rubbing surface. To press in the piston utilize a brake fluid suction from the reservoir followed by piston compression with appropriate tools such as a hammer handle or equivalent tools. Alternatively, if piston compression proves challenging loosen the bleeder plug to drain some brake fluid before using the compression tools. Apply the brake caliper inside while checking that the boot remains open and then install the slide pin with a torque setting of 88 Nm (900 kgf-cm, 65 ft. lbs.). The final task involves torquing the front wheel to 103 Nm (1,050 kgf-cm, 76 ft. lbs.) then you must press the brake pedal multiple times followed by verification that fluid reaches the maximum line.