2010-2015 Toyota Prius Brake Pad Change

[@johnl7131]

This was one of the best how too videos, I have ever seen. You go slowly and talk the viewer through the steps well. Cudos on your cameraman and back ground sound staff.

[@EngineeredMojo]

Appreciate the feedback on the video and tutorial quality! Gives me a baseline to repeat on other videos

[@counciousstream]

Hands down the best, most efficient, most full of important tips video that I have seen on Tube. This is all stuff that I learned decades ago from friends and relatives but you have managed to squeeze it into 4:53. There are just two things that I would add: 1. Fashion a hook from coat hanger wire and secure the caliper assembly while you are replacing pads. If the assembly falls it will likely damage the hydraulic hose and give you another thing to fix. 2. Watch those piston seals! There is nothing on this planet more easy to pinch (in a bad way) than a piston seal. Pinch it and you'll have something else to fix.

[@mikeparker8919]

Just came across this great job explaining everything, after 242,000 Miles I'm changing the pads on the front for the first time. I've changed my tundra probably about three times but my wife drives it, you got to love Toyota how easy they make it.

[@EngineeredMojo]

That's for sure, Toyota doesn't dissuade the home mechanic and helps us save money. Congrats on the mileage milestone too!

[@ffbasspop]

fantastic video! clear, concise, not a whole bunch of fluff.... THANKS!

[@EngineeredMojo]

I'm anti fluff, so I am glad the video came across as concise and direct info. Thanks for taking the time to share feedback!

[@eddybraun5444]

thank you!! you are great and thorough at explaining things

[@EngineeredMojo]

@@eddybraun5444 appreciate the feedback on the video! Glad it came across well

[@markbrennan4097]

good info , but dont forget to depress the brake pedal a few times after the pads are installed to move the pistons so they are touching the back of the brake pads and ready to use and to reconnect the battery negative cable ( hybrid / electric cars )

[@EngineeredMojo]

Good tip!

[@mgs8747]

great information. to the point with great text onscreen to explain and expand.

[@EngineeredMojo]

Thanks for the feedback on the video. Glad the notations were helpful!

[@siward44]

I am a newbie and I have changed my front Prius pads only once. I watch any Prius video that comes to see if I should do anything differently. The problems I encountered were how to properly clip on the brake hardware. Sometimes it would go in, sometimes it would not stick. It is also recommended to clean the guide pins. Another notable mention is that the pad comes with shims or not. You may need to transfer them from the old pad. The part missing from this video is to advise to pump the brake pedal a few times to ensure the piston makes contact with the pad before reconnecting the battery. You do this to prevent any hybrid codes associated with the brake actuator/accumulator.

[@EngineeredMojo]

Awesome tips and clarifications thanks!

[@PressOnMobileCoffee]

Nice man! Really straight forward with no fluff.

[@EngineeredMojo]

I try to be anti fluff and just enough fluff to keep it informative and engaging haha. Glad the video had good balance for you and appreciate the time you took to comment!

[@PressOnMobileCoffee]

@@EngineeredMojo Also, the clamp idea was great! I literally watched the video then went straight to Autozone and bought my pads. Took me 45 mins tops to do the job once I got home.

[@TheRitualChannel]

Thanks for the run-through of the installation.

[@EngineeredMojo]

No problem, hope it was helpful! Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment

[@nealwalsh2671]

Fantastic video easy to follow thanks 👍👍

[@EngineeredMojo]

Glad it was easy to follow and appreciate the feedback on the video!

[@muhammaduddin9268]

Thanks for demonstration.

[@EngineeredMojo]

No problem, appreciate the comment and hope video was useful!

[@jeffforbis6639]

Great instructions. Thank you!

[@EngineeredMojo]

Appreciate the feedback and glad video was helpful!

[@abdelgonzalez8430]

Thanks for the video! I was a bit worried about doing it but may give it a shot!

[@EngineeredMojo]

It's not a hard maintenance item at all, good luck and thanks for taking the time to comment!

[@mybodymybestfriend]

Great video!!

[@EngineeredMojo]

Thanks for the video feedback 😀

[@danedewitt5198]

This was super helpful, thank you!

[@EngineeredMojo]

Glad it was helpful! Hope your brake pad change goes well

[@1961Marat]

thanks buddy you saved me 300 .

[@EngineeredMojo]

Always good to hear about 💰 being saved! I'm glad the video was helpful for you

[@JR-dd1mu]

Would removing the battery on the keyfob suffice instead of disconnecting the negative on the 12v battery? Thanks and Great vid!

[@EngineeredMojo]

I wouldn't think so given the system would still have power essentially. Good question, hopefully another can chime in!

[@JR-dd1mu]

@@EngineeredMojo thank you for your vid as I managed to change my front brake pads and rotors successfully. I must admit that it was quite difficult to put back the brake caliper since the pads and rotor were too thicc🤣. When I drove to break-in the new brakes i can't say that I did not panic when people were flashing their lights on me and signaling that my front tyres were smoking! I did not know that new brakes will do this. The smoke and smell disappeared after a while thankfully! Thanks again for the video!

[@counciousstream]

No. If the piston comes out of the caliper housing it's going to turn a 30 minute job into a 4 hour plus two trips to the parts store job. Note that this is for the front brakes. Rear brakes can be changed without disconnecting the battery.

[@thepeacefulrevolution146]

Nice Job! Clear, concise, good tips!

[@EngineeredMojo]

Appreciate the feedback! Glad the video came across as clear

[@Andy.Jensen]

Video is good, but liked for the excellent subway tile and percolator in the kitchen.

[@EngineeredMojo]

Haha thanks, definitely my favorite room in my home

[@jglassman1122]

On the car it’s a good idea to disconnect the battery if there’s any issues on the electrical systems created walk out in the car I’ll be stuck in park

[@Sprintervan1]

Easy video. Did my pads in 30 minutes for $30.

[@EngineeredMojo]

@@Sprintervan1 sounds like a successful day!

[@JonnySteven]

How many jack stands did you use? And where did you jack the car up from?

[@EngineeredMojo]

I used two jack stands to lift two wheels at a time and I can't recall where I lifted car from exactly. I believe it was a subframe location aligned with the wheel line

[@JonnySteven]

@@EngineeredMojo so you jacked up both front wheels driver and passenger? Or driver and back passenger

[@EngineeredMojo]

@@JonnySteven either option, I do both depending on what space I have at the time

[@a.j.rayburn6953]

Very well done man

[@EngineeredMojo]

Appreciate the feedback on the video!

[@williamwaters4506]

Nice video.

[@EngineeredMojo]

Thanks! Hope it was helpful

[@jansare]

Do you have to disconnect the battery in all models or just the ones with electronic parking brakes?

[@amandaspaced]

Great video, thanks!

[@EngineeredMojo]

Glad it was helpful! Appreciate you taking the time to share feedback on the tutorial

[@bloodymirgoku]

do you need to disconnect the negative battery line for the front brakes ??

[@timirusmanable]

How cute, none of the Toyota Prius breakpads replacement videos shows pads adjustment (Allen wrench), as if it’s not applicable to this car. Is it true or false?

[@00Papyrus]

Great video! Was wondering if the regenative breaking requires anything different compared to a gasoline car? Didn't see anything so wanted to ask. Thanks for the solid info!

[@EngineeredMojo]

Good question! No difference in process, the regenerative braking is not effected with this install and all housed within the transmission case.

[@rmuscarella51]

Very informative video, thank you! Did you use organic or ceramic brake pads, man?

[@EngineeredMojo]

I used ceramic pads, seem to last a lot longer than cheaper pads

[@readkirkpatrick3551]

Well done, Thanks

[@EngineeredMojo]

Appreciate the feedback and thanks for taking the time to comment!

[@yassu-4722]

Thanks a lot for the video! Great job :)

[@EngineeredMojo]

No problem, hope it was helpful!

[@luisgomez4647]

How large is the c-clamp? 5inch? 6inch?

[@EngineeredMojo]

6 inch Clamp 😀

[@luisgomez4647]

@@EngineeredMojo 👍. Thanks. You saved me the quoted $375++. Now my 2010 prius doesn't makes a noise when I brake. My front right pads were wear up all the way to the metal. Geez.

[@counciousstream]

Bigger is better when it comes to using a c clamp to push brake pistons in.

[@jamesjung4440]

good video, thank you

[@EngineeredMojo]

Appreciate the video feedback! Hope it was a helpful video

[@mofassy]

Thank you so much

[@EngineeredMojo]

No problem! Hope it was helpful

[@scottsheck]

It’s been a while since I’ve replaced pads, but I would only unscrew one of the caliper bolts, then just pivot the caliper up. Do you see any issues with that method?

[@EngineeredMojo]

That's possible for some car models, just need to verify that the brake fluid line can extend far enough to allow the rotation necessary to remove old pads and replace with new. Worth a try!

[@counciousstream]

I have had issues with protecting the piston seals when using this method. It is faster though

[@ikhadji]

Thanks 😊 🫂 🙏

[@EngineeredMojo]

No problem you are welcome and glad the video was useful! Appreciate the time to you took to comment as well

[@eindzonka8144]

I just had the pads changed and now thecheck engine light is on

[@EngineeredMojo]

Possibly could be unrelated issues, have you had time to run the code reader to determine the check engine code number?

[@luisgomez4647]

I don't know how to remove the tap

[@luisgomez4647]

I mean cap on the brake fluid

[@EngineeredMojo]

Just gently press down and twist to the left and it should remove. There should also be instructions on the cap

[@Ryan-mn2dd]

Nice. Thanks for the guide.

[@EngineeredMojo]

No problem, hope it was helpful!

[@samuilstrukov3935]

Do u have to pump the brake fluid ?

[@MrSongsofsolomon]

Yes. He should have cracked open the bleeder valve before retracting the brake caliper piston. Which would have resulted in losing some fluid. To which then you refill what was lost and then pump the brakes to push out any air in the lines.

[@counciousstream]

No

[@asphaltentertainmentheadch5742]

From what I hear bro you forgot to unplug the negative battery or something will get messed up make sure you put that on your description

[@EngineeredMojo]

Thanks for the tip man, always helpful!! How did your install go?

[@Hucklebuz]

Did not check the caliper slide pins to see if they move or need cleaning and relube. Also did not use silicon lube on brake shoe ears or clips.

[@EngineeredMojo]

Ahh good points! Thanks for the tips :)

[@bobbabai]

A couple things I didn't see in your video that I expected... 1. You didn't show the springs that go on top and clip to the pads at the front and rear of the pads, so two springs per wheel. 2. Other videos clearly show that you have to screw the pistons in which essentially resets the positioning of the parking brake hardware in the caliper. There's a special tool you need for that.

[@EngineeredMojo]

Matt, thanks for the feedback. Here are the resposnes: 1. You may have a slightly different model which has that hardware for pad retention. Those are a simple replace in kind. 2. I do show that, no special tool required thankfully. Just use a large C clamp to depress piston as shown in video or rent a brake tool for "free", refundable deposit required.

[@mikeparker8919]

This is the front brakes on a Prius. My tundra has the springs you're talking about, but the Prius doesn't.