2001 Toyota Avalon - Replacing Front Brake Pads DIY

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Just a quick video showing how to Replace Front Brake Pads on a 2001 Toyota Avalon XLS.
You will need:
Screwdriver or small pry bar
Possibly a C Clamp or similar caliper compression tool
14mm wrench or socket
Sil Glyde Brake grease
Torque the Caliper bolt to 25 ft lb.
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[@PhillPearce]

Thanks, Dan the man

[@fullmelt977]

You deserve an award. This helped me out so much and saved me so much money. I want to thank you for being clear on instructions. Appreciate people like you 💯

[@omaromerika1390]

Lol, you are literally the only youtuber mechanic that i understand the best and just the way you do it in pov is almost like im there with you and your teaching me. Great teaching skills btw. Schools would love you as there pro dude . Cheers man.

[@Hungrybillpizzabandit]

Just changed the pads for the second time, this video has been very helpful - thanks for making it. The only issue I had was the caliper bolts were pretty stuck so I let some hot sauce soak into them.

[@omaromerika1390]

You deserve wayy more subscribers

[@mitomr.twiceasnice4358]

Just finished up the front pads n rotors. Thanks for the tips. Saved me lots of time I also replaced the fuel filter. ✌ Gracias Dan.

[@Jdbig14]

Does the back brake pads work the same way? And do you have a video showing this?

[@thinkingimpaired5663]

the rotors appear scored on the video, do you think the rotors need to be replaced?

[@DantheFixitMan]

Yes, they were worn and had some scoring on them. I probably should've replaced them when I made this video, but I will probably just replace them the next time the pads need to be replaced. Thanks for watching! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@kbhasel]

Does anyone know the torque spec for the bottom bolt

[@DantheFixitMan]

The caliper slide pin bolts are 25 ft lbs each. Thanks for watching!

[@oscarxify]

Question: why didn't you bleed brakes? When is it, and when is it NOT necessary ?

[@DantheFixitMan]

Hi Oscar, Bleeding the brakes is only to get rid of air stuck in the lines, which should only happen when a hydraulic component of the system is leaking and/or has been replaced. It is recommended to change the brake fluid every so often by the manufacturer, and sometimes people refer to changing the fluid as 'bleeding the brakes' as well. Lots of videos on here on how to bleed the brakes, but not necessary when just doing a brake pad change. Thanks for watching! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@TheGreenTucan]

Do I need to open the break fluid reservoir before replacing breaks So I can push in the caliper?

[@DantheFixitMan]

You can take the brake fluid reservoir cap off, but it is vented and not really necessary. Either way is fine. Just make sure it’s not too full so it doesn’t spill when pushing the caliper pistons back in. Thanks for watching! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@SavannahDancing]

What is the wear indicator and is it necessary? I watched another video - it was not mentioned...

[@dannewbold1385]

It is just a small metal piece that is clipped onto the edge of the brake pad. When the pad material wears down it will make contact with the rotor and make a noise letting you know that it’s time to change the brake pads. If you ignore it, or don’t have it installed properly, you may risk damaging the rotor with the brake pad metal backing plate. This can cause a loud grinding noise typically called “metal to metal”. Thanks for watching! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@Zeberka767]

I understand that the brake pad with the clip on wear indicator is supposed to be placed on the inside, however, does it matter whether it is placed on the top or bottom? Thank you!

[@DantheFixitMan]

It’s usually at the bottom. Thx for watching! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@Zeldamarie1482]

Can’t believe a mechanic will charge almost 300$ for this quick fix 💀