ESTIMATED TIME 40 mins - 1 hour
DIY COST $ 100 - 300
DIFFICULTY Intermediate
What you will need
- Toyota Camry Brake pads
- Toyota Camry Rear Rotor
- 14mm socket wrench or 14mm wrench
- 17mm socket wrench or 17mm wrench
- Breaker bar or Tire rod
- Brake pusher or C-clamp
Procedure
- Park the vehicle on a flat ground surface. Loosen the lug nuts on the rear wheel.
- Jack up the vehicle on the back and place the jack stands on the rear car frame to support the car. Remove the wheel out from the vehicle.
- Loosen the 14mm bolts on the piston caliper and the 17mm bolts on the caliper carrier. Use a 14mm and 17mm socket wrench to loosen the bolts.
- Remove the 14mm bolts on the piston caliper and set the piston caliper aside. Do not let the caliper hang.
- Remove the 17mm bolts on the back of the carrier and pull out the caliper carrier.
- Remove the rotor from the vehicle.
- Push the piston using the old brakes and brake pusher or a c-clamp to push the piston.
- Check on the guide pins on the carrier by moving the guide pins back and forth. If the guide pins are not moving efficiently, pull them out and apply a tiny bit of grease caliper.
- Install the new rotor on the vehicle.
- Reinstall the caliper carrier back to the vehicle and reinstall the 17mm bolts.
- Get the new brake pads, line them up to the caliper carrier and push them in the proper orientation.
- Line up the piston caliper and reinstall the 14mm bolts.
- Line up the wheel back to the vehicle and reinstall the wheel's lug nuts.
Notes
Tips & Warnings
- Brake dust can cause health issues. Wear a mask and gloves when working on the brake system.
- Do not press the brake pedal while the brake caliper is removed. This can cause injuries or can cause the brake pistons to extend out.
- Do not hang the brake caliper. Instead, use a wire to hang the brake caliper so that the brake hose does not stretch.
- If brake fluid falls on the paint or other parts, wipe it off with a clean cloth or wash it off with water when possible.
Before you drive
- Pump the brakes a few times and test the brakes before getting the car back on the road.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I bleed brakes before or after changing pads?
- No. Bleeding the brakes is not necessary when changing the pads. If you have to replace the brake caliper, you will need to bleed the air.
Should You Replace Brake Rotors And Pads Together?
- It is recommended to replace brake pads and rotors at the same. Not required to replace the rotor unless the rotor has damage or has created an edge( lip) on the outside diameter indicating that it is worn out.
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