1996-2002 Toyota 4Runner Front Brake Pad Replacement

[@bukketkid2567]

Very informative video. I like the no shaky cam. Makes it alot easier to see what your doing.

[@redonKiLaus]

Thanks for watching!

[@bmaas11]

Just by listening for the first couple minutes your presentation skills are excellent. Well done.

[@redonKiLaus]

Glad you enjoyed, and thanks for watching!

[@photonashville]

Video has some good information. I just did OEM rotors and pads on our 2000 4Runner (16" wheels), the outer pads for each side come stamped from Toyota showing RH and LH (Right Hand and Left Hand) as vehicle side specific but the inner pads are not specific. The vehicle side specific is for the wear pin placement. Also in the video, that appeared to be a lot of CRC anti-squeal put on that pad, Toyota shows much smaller amounts to be used. From what I have seen from Toyota, the shims are to be replaced with new pads and not reused. Probably to avoid bent or damaged shims going back in. I imagine shims get reused a lot though in home shops and mechanic garages.

[@strawboss59]

Great video, I was searching all the clips dealing with these brakes as my 95 Tacoma had the pads installed backwards on one side and properly on the other so when I noticed of course had no clue which side was installed right! (my first time doing brakes on this machine) Your clip is the only one that made this distinction as to which pad went where! Thanks.

[@redonKiLaus]

Glad the video helped. Thanks for watching!

[@upchurch87]

@@redonKiLaus How did you know which pad was inner v outer?

[@redonKiLaus]

@@upchurch87 I can't remember if these ones are symmetrical or not...if not, probably just paid attention to how they came out. Thanks for watching!

[@JusL33]

So if you open up the reservoir and the line, you don’t have to bleed the whole system ?

[@jamespalmer5407]

What i did was use the old pad to force the calipers in and took the cap off the resevor and force the fluid back up into the resevor, you should never need to mess with the bleed screw

[@israelrodriguez6986]

You did this on a 3rd gen Toyota 4runner? If so did the calipers go back easy even tho the fluid was going up all the back to the reservoir??? Would greatly appreciate your ansr since I will be doing this in the morning, thanks!!!

[@sosaltysereezy]

@@israelrodriguez6986 yes

[@jacksonbates208]

thank you for the great video. I accidentally put the same brake pads on the same side thinking they were identical :/ at least I learned of my mistake here before driving on the streets! back to jack stands tomorrow I go

[@redonKiLaus]

Thanks for watching, glad the video helped!

[@michaelseacrest2021]

Please answer one question, when you bleed the front brakes do you bleed both sides even if you just changed the pads on the front right

[@redonKiLaus]

I bleed all four corners when I bleed brakes, always. Thanks for watching!

[@israelrodriguez6986]

Does the wear indicator on the brake pad go outboard or inboard in relation to the rotor??? Thank you!!!

[@JamesCurl_aka_RedonKiLaus]

I know I spend a lot of time talking about safety on this video. I still have all of my fingers and toes, but I know a lot of mechanics who don't, or who have "expired" early due to not taking the time to ensure a safe set up. Preparation is half the job.

[@mags8673]

RedonKilaus, my 3rd gen 4Runner brake rotors always warp. I am on my third set of aftermarket rotors and pads. Should I replace them with OEM rotors and brake pads?

[@redonKiLaus]

OEM are better than cheap aftermarket parts, but a big reason rotors warp is not torquing wheels to spec with a torque wrench, and also overheating through towing, riding brakes, etc. I don't abuse mine and do torque my wheels and have never had any warpage issues on my 4Runner. Thanks for watching!

[@mags8673]

redonKiLaus thank you for your quick reply. I will replace these aftermarket parts with OEM rotors and pads, with proper wheel torque. Thank you for posting informative videos, your calm voice is amazing. More power to your channel.

[@redonKiLaus]

@@mags8673 Sounds like a solid plan, and thank you!

[@Frankieqd]

Nice Video. Do you lube the the brake pad/spring pins with anything? Also, after 80k miles, wouldn't you replace the rotors as well? Thanks again for the info

[@redonKiLaus]

I typically use a synthetic grease like Krytox or Royal Purple. I typically replace rotors every couple pad changes, and the previous set of pads on this particular vehicle was replaced in conjunction with the rotors, so this is the second set on this pair of rotors. As long as they are not warped (torque your wheels to spec and don't overheat your brakes when towing) then you are good to go. Thanks for watching!

[@Frankieqd]

Thanks for the reply and good advice. Much appreciated!

[@LAVAROCK100]

good detailed video i use a c clamp to close the ca;per pistons

[@redonKiLaus]

Thanks for watching!

[@MrDieginho82]

backing plates on pads and shims against caliper pistons?

[@lovestofishca]

Thank you so much for the Great detail I was researching which pad went where and you answered that question -Thank you :)

[@redonKiLaus]

Thank you for watching!

[@jacktran960]

I installed the pad with 1 wear inicstor on the inside instead of the outside, is this bad? Should I fix it asap?

[@redonKiLaus]

I'm not sure what wear indicator you are referring to - can you elaborate?

[@jacktran960]

redonKiLaus the metal thing that rubs against the rotor when your pads are worn down. One pad has 2 that stick out from the middle, the other pad has 1 that sticks out at the end.

[@MrDieginho82]

What happens if you put the backing plates and shims on backwards?

[@redonKiLaus]

I've not done that so I can't speak from experience, but probably deformation of the shims would be the end result.

[@sosaltysereezy]

*for the 3rd gen 4runner, you do not have to bleed the the brakes..just open up the brake reservoir , use a c clamp to push back the pistons. Done*

[@redonKiLaus]

Not required, but nice to do since generally, when you are changing pads, it's time to flush out some fluid. Thanks for watching!

[@jorgecabrera2589]

thanks I learned too much about making this job

[@redonKiLaus]

Thanks for watching!

[@itsme_allanp9957]

Thanks for creating this video. I'm planning on changing my own brakes on a 1996 Toyota Tacoma.

[@redonKiLaus]

Thank you for watching! I wish you the best of luck!

[@adolforivas2224]

amigo cuando en las mañana aplico driver arranca muy fuerte pero despues se pone suave. porque sera

[@leonelcorona1512]

adolfo rivas componte

[@josesolorzano]

cool video thanks i have 2000 4runner and i want to do by my self the front brake thanks again

[@redonKiLaus]

Thanks for watching!

[@ndeeeed]

Is it me or are those pads beefy then auto zones?

[@redonKiLaus]

I wouldn't be surprised, there often is a quality difference between OEM and cheap auto parts store parts. Thanks for watching!

[@ndeeeed]

@@redonKiLaus I’m revisiting this video again. I’m learning my lesson. I bought some AutoZone brake pads and they Heavily gouged my rotors. I am in the process to getting Toyota OEM 16 inch pads for my 97 4runner. When you bought the brake shams. is it one set that covers all four brake pads?

[@redonKiLaus]

@@ndeeeed I believe it was indeed one set. Great to hear that you're doing it with OEM parts, that's still what I run on my Toyotas. Thanks for watching!

[@stephenmaurer7008]

Turn or replace your rotors???

[@redonKiLaus]

Neither is necessary if the rotor runout is within spec as was my case. Unless you overheat your brakes, live in a climate that eats rotors, or don't evenly torque lug nuts, it takes quite a long time for runout to exceed Toyota specs. Thanks for watching!

[@koolkatkustomdiecast801]

Smooth move

[@xcesarxramosx]

Thanks for the info

[@redonKiLaus]

Thank you for watching!

[@ironc5194]

I didn't even know you didn't have to take the caliper off

[@coltonwhite2713]

No way did you have brake pads in for 80k

[@russwilson2305]

10:14 Imma wear a motorcycle helmet.

[@Koko-qs8zx]

Picking fly crap outta pepper here.... you do a good job of stressing safety. Next time.... tie your shoe 😳