Toyota Tundra - Front Brakes

Come along with Eric O. at the SMA shop as he has to work on his own vehicle! Yes even his stuff needs attention once in a while. In this video he shows how to replace the front brake pads and rotors on his 2013 Toyota Tundra TRD 5.7 4x4. These trucks use a 4 piston brake caliper and are unique in that sense. We use all OEM parts (Made in USA) and show how to clean lubricate and install them. Enjoy!!
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[@gtemnykh]

Another vote for YES to see more Tundra servicing. I keep eyeballing these things as a potential future ride in a few years.

[@JumboJimbo100]

can't get more Tundra's in for service because Toyota's never break down just ask Scotty Kilmer lol

[@alb12345672]

@@JumboJimbo100 Those brakes look almost identical to my Lexus GS. There has to be some connection.

[@on-site4094]

Same Callipers on my is 350 ...I’m not a domestic hater I just hate how there quality and reliability has gone

[@alb12345672]

@@on-site4094 Better inspect your rear ones. Mine were so locked up I got new ones from Lexus. The last idiot that did a brake job tore the boots. Lucky they are only $99 each. I hate remans. Same as the GS.

[@wilassguess]

@@JumboJimbo100 Scotty Kilmer koolaid

[@davebarajas5308]

Toyota tech here, when I saw it was brakes on a Tundra I thought "oh shit, the pins are gonna be frozen and so are the pistons." But for being out in that rust belt you got way luckier than the ones we see here in Illinois. For future reference if you're interested, Snap on has a nice little air hammer attachment to square up on those pins and shoots em out like bullets, it also fits perfectly thru the holes to drive them all the way thru. just make sure no one's standing by the other end when you shoot em out because boy do they fly! And I think it's Blue Point that makes the ratcheting quad piston tool, don't bother it's junk!! Very nice work, you did everything we do. Impressed by the OEM parts too and not aftermarket crap. Lastly, never seen any other tech replace the caliper bolts and in 7 yrs haven't seen any problems. Love your channel Mr. O!

[@scflooring8658]

Keep the Tundra videos coming love them! As a fellow tundra owner first one I’ve owned former Chevy man will never go back now love my tundra! They are truly great trucks

[@l.paulchamberland9919]

I'm a 2016 Tacoma guy and will likely be a Toyota Truck owner for the rest of my life. I'm a retired mechanic so that may not be long, LOL!! Eric, as a former automotive trainer for our U.S. Air Force (33 plus years of service) I really appreciate a GREAT job of task based repairs via video training. Detail was excellent and presentation equally impressive. I really like that you can laugh at your mistakes, speaks volumes about your character. Thanks for your great highly professional work, I look forward to visiting your channel. Keep the Toyota Tundra/Tacoma clips coming!

[@craighiebert3384]

I got my stepfather's '03 Tundra 4.7 SR5 TRD when he passed away a few years ago and I absolutely love it. Very dependable.

[@LummyBear2]

I wanted to come back and say this was the clearest and most comprehensive video I have seen regarding the Toyota front brakes. At the end of a dealer service they dropped the hammer on me and said my front brakes were “in the red” and “only 1mm left” and wanted $650 for the job. I spent the next day watching videos of how to do the repair myself and first thing this morning started at 8am replacing the pads and rotors. By 10:30 I was buttoned up and testing the new brakes.The file to clean up the channels was a great tip as well as applying grease to the channels and pins. Really a great video and you saved me $400 right before Christmas, I really appreciate it. I have to do the rear brakes in a week or two, time to start the research for that project. Thank you again for a great how to video.

[@mrjonas9657]

Cup of coffee and a new SMA video , life is good.

[@krugerblue]

Definitely want to see the other service work on the Tundra, sign-me up !!

[@jtmschaafsma]

Me too

[@rainbowunicorn5321]

@@jtmschaafsma me too

[@landonscellphone6296]

yes yes more service on the tundra, please show me more of why it is quality.

[@josephszilagyi5651]

@@landonscellphone6296 , there is nothing quality about this brake setup, poor design, very prone to seizing, and if you have to replace the calipers they are insanely expensive

[@rrhistorian8828]

@@josephszilagyi5651 Joe, get them from NAPA Auto Parts, no matter what type of vehicle. For Toyota products, they are OEM Toyota reman units, powder coated with an awesome coating that doesn't rust and they come with a lifetime warranty. I agree, this design is shit. I replaced my calipers in 2016 and warrantied them yesterday and got two new ones. I paid $109.99 each, back in 2016 and they are priced about the same today. Buy them once, never pay for them again. If I have one complaint with my Tundra, it's the brakes.

[@gpmg7844]

I like to install the old pads and use a c clamp to push those pistons back in equally. Love my tundra!

[@ltunedkc]

Being a Toyota/Lexus parts guy for over 20 years, I am amazed by the number of people employed by this great company both directly and indirectly here in the USA. I’ve also done GM, Isuzu, and Nissan parts and the support we get from Toyota is amazing. I wonder why some of these other companies just don’t get it?

[@darrylperrin]

I have a 2011 Tundra and have been a fan of your channel for a long time. Keep the Tundra videos coming Eric. Thanks for all your material.

[@mikebarnes3238]

You are my "go too " for break videos. Your technique is solid and has not let me down! Thank you sir!

[@jamesfaison9410]

"Brake"

[@jamesfaison9410]

"Go-to"

[@TheHord]

Thank you for this video, I rarely ever respond/post and I know this is over 2 years old, but still thankful for you and your video. I just purchased a used 2015 Tacoma a few months back and just hit 50K and need to do a brake job. The Tundra brake system is almost identical to the Tacoma. My rotors look good on the truck, will have to get them off to check them fully, but I'm not getting any noise and only has 1/4" or less left of pad. At the least I will get the rotors turned, local shops charges $15 each. I live in Allen Park, Michigan with the amount of salt used etc. the Tacoma doesn't look bad. I went ahead and a Krown treatment done when I bought it and bought a pack of fluid film and some of the other products on your Amazon site. Well this is probaly why I don't post, I end up writing a short story. Thanks again, all of your videos are excellent, some... most are over my head, but the more simple routine maintenance jobs is what I'm after to save my family money, I always try to do it myself 1st. I have a 2012 Ford Escape as well, so any more videos on that especially the 4 motor/trans mounts would help me out. Take care and God Bless!

[@Bigbacon]

you need to thank this owner for being a good sport about it AND for being someone who takes care of the vehicle with routine maintenance.

[@adamlenning6076]

Definitely want to see the rest of the service!

[@beetlehound1]

Thank you for the Tundra brake video. I'm not a natural mechanical person but I try to do what I can, or actually what I have confidence to try. Your video was the most helpful to give me confidence to do my own brake job.

[@mentaldan666]

Eric- I have been a technician for over 15 years now, so I don't really ever find that your videos teach me anything as such. That said, every now+then I get the odd tip or trick. I just absolutely love your channel, and your sense of humour. I really don't care what you post, I am a subscriber for life. Lol. PS-Not sure if you remember me, but I am the guy that phoned you on your last live stream from the UK 😂

[@trssho91]

Same here, I rarely see something new...however Eric has good stage presence and I enjoy watching his videos for entertainment value. Same with Scotty Kilmer and ETCG.

[@chunkeeone8408]

Sometimes it's not about learning something new, it's just a therapeutic type of video... Like when you go to a local junk yard to just walk around in the atmosphere and such. Plus, Eric O teaches me new words to say instead of my usually knuckle busting profanity & I appreciate that a lot.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Haha thanks guys, glad to have you around

[@mentaldan666]

South Main Auto Repair We love ya! No homo 😂

[@joshgonzales8828]

Hey thanks for the in-depth video even if I'm not a 15-year Certified mechanic you don't miss the little things so that's kind of nice smooth and slow gets it done thank you

[@jamiebettencourt8606]

I just did front brakes on my 2010 Tundra Limited about 6 months ago due to exact same problem with a rust ring on inside of rotor, but mine were a lot worse (approx a 1inch ring). Then brakes started squeaking again, this time rear brakes had rust ring on inside rotor. Replaced with all Toyota parts 2 weeks ago, and brakes are smooth and work very well. Toyota technician mentioned rust ring is a common problem, especially if vehicle sits for long periods of time. Would love to see future maintenance videos on the Tundra. Keep up the great videos Eric O. , I've learned a lot watching your videos. Cheers from Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Well 4 years old and 60k on mine it don't sit much :D

[@63256325N]

That is so funny, Toyota parts made in America, Chevy parts made in China. What a hoot! Nice job as always. Thanks for the video.

[@emkayusa]

My Toyota Tacoma is more American than many American cars, lol.

[@ekop1778]

@@emkayusa better than doddge chrysler ALL CHINA KRAP

[@th3k1ngofchina]

@@emkayusa Being a Toyota guy myself, I'm glad that all the "domestic" car companies build the cars and trucks they way do because it keeps Eric O. in business!

[@josephszilagyi5651]

@@th3k1ngofchina Chevys are built with wrenches not chopsticks, I assume you don't know how to read the VIN, VIN code #1 is USA built, #2 is Canada, #3 is Mexico

[@debeeriz]

@@emkayusa with the reputation of made in america, l would be more hopeful of my car being more of a japanese car

[@wyattoneable]

I don't have a Tundra, but what stands apart on your videos is that your commentary and general maintenance practice either applies to other vehicles, or are just plain entertaining. General service videos will help a lot of people so bring it on. :)

[@SouthMainAuto]

Thanks Wyatt!

[@mechtechguy8192]

Love your channel Eric! I'm a industrial electro-mechanic but always been interested in automotive mechanical stuff. I learned a lot from you thanks! btw, It Would be nice videos about the maintenance on the Tundra!

[@SouthMainAuto]

I see a lot of votes for that so I will def keep that in ind as I service it

[@666dynomax]

best vid on tundra brakes yet... ive never done this pin type, but real happy theres no slides... i always used to take my calipers apart every spring and fall and lube them up.. haven't touched my tundra brakes in 4 years... gettin close to pad slappin... may throw rotors on too... no real expensive... why does everyone say "oh foreign vehicles parts are so expensive"

[@martinfernandonhs93]

It's always a great day when Eric busts out the Brake Cleaner.

[@lightningsmokerXx]

i prefer when he busts out the Fluid Film

[@charliejones7585]

Love when he breaks out the break cleaner!

[@Trex6767]

I've never had this much trouble doing a tundra brake job. Watching this makes me grateful I'm a toyota tech not located in the mountains of North Carolina

[@tawidave7092]

I love that sound stab, whenever you show brake clean. It makes me laugh, every time.

[@tawidave7092]

Orchestra stab

[@TheStwat]

Same. Love it.

[@InsideOfMyOwnMind]

Yeah out comes the Brake Clean. I can sleep at night now.

[@clayholbrook6705]

Cracked me up! Very funny, I had to rewind it and watch it again....TWICE...great video!

[@NLJ1953]

This guy is real. I never go to service centre mechanics I just look for independent operatives that do a bit of diagnosis first. I would trust this bloke. Cost is important but quality of work is King.

[@nswst8]

I don't hit the like icon until I see the "Brake Kleen" LOL! Yeah, I have a Tundra as well, definitely would like to see some of the serving vids on this awesome truck.

[@moneymac2864]

Same as the sequia, ls400, ls430 etc...newb

[@heyitschinoable]

Money Mac Sequoia... NEWB

[@Marineio]

Even on other peoples vehicles the care you show is outstanding, I only hope the guys that sort my car when it has it's service/stuff fixed show the same care and attention to detail. As for 14mpg? Good god.

[@jake17522]

Also yes would love to see more service videos on the tundra, including the transmission service.

[@greggo502]

BIG THANK YOU ERIC from Connecticut USA . I couldnt get the pistons pushed in with my regular tool. The vise grip hack woorked great. You saved me some $$ from buying a special tool. Also I got m y2018 Tundra Krowned( Rust Proofed) at Gillies in New Hampshire .Truck has been 3 years rust free ever since. Best Advice Iv'e gotten in a long time. Guys like YOU make You Tube FN Awesome!!

[@gus5424]

Definitely want to see more videos of the tundra, even if they are just service videos.

[@66towing99]

It is just a joy to watch a craftsman in action. Supreme confidence is clearly demonstrated by the fact that Eric is making fun of himself when he almost installs the pins the wrong way instead of simply hiding that part of the video before uploading it on KZbin keeping it real for all of us.

[@EZRider1979]

Im all in for some routine service vids on the tundra. I even turned on notifications!

[@SouthMainAuto]

Cool!

[@iduimovic]

Bring it on, any service video is welcome. That is the stuff that the majority of the people will do or attempt to do. Thanks Eric!

[@kengrossman5858]

'yes keep all and any work you do coming.... enjoy your channel very much and watch everyday

[@SouthMainAuto]

Thanks Ken

[@lonesomecricket7721]

Just ran down to Toyota today and picked up OEM front Rotors and pads with shim kit for my 07 FJ Cruiser. Thank you for showing how to fit the shims to the pads really helpful information. 👍🏻 I hope you and your family are well. 🙂

[@richp38]

Yes Please show more of the Tundra, always Great Job

[@SladeWashingtonSVR]

thanks for creating this video. you've already saved me over $500 from the dealer with your sonata brake rotor video. Now that i have a Tundra, I can also save about $600 from the dealer by doing this job myself! thanks bud! long time subber.

[@steve_does]

Do you sleep Eric? Ha ha up early to post a repair video. Love it. Keep up the good work!

[@timmorrow9780]

For sure, YES, would appreciate more Tundra servicing videos. Bravo Zulu on this video, very well explained. I just did this on my '01 Tundra SR5 Access Cab that I've had since new, only 160,000 miles, plan on keeping it 4-ever.

[@bdls05rr]

Leave the old pads in and use two long screw drivers at the same to press the pistons back in!. 😀

[@Rhaspun]

When I was younger I used to squeeze the pistons back in with my fingers. Now that I'm older I use tools.

[@joeishere500]

,, how bout leave pads in, remote caliper and use C clamp and crank slowly . super quicker

[@TheCaperfish]

big set of channel locks on the pad ears is what I use on Toyotas

[@twc20031985]

I use the 2 screwdriver technique with the old pads and the caliper still bolted up. its the quickest and easiest and uses the least about of tools. get both sides started and the shove them both in there and badaboom.

[@mikevonkleist6767]

What a great truck. I service these with 260,000 miles on them. It's worth the effort. Mostly just maintenance. Brakes, oil changes, 02 sensors, valve cover gaskets, timing belt/ water pump, front brakes ( the rear brakes are half worn). The occasional rear axle seal leak.

[@kmr481]

Great video Eric! I have a 2011 tundra with just over 70k and would definitely like to see the maintenance video. Just recently had to clean up my front calipers so the pads would make good contact with the rotor. The pedal was extremely soft, cleaned them up and all good now. I had to beat the hell out of my pins to get them out!! Love my tundra! P.S. I'm jealous you're getting 14mpg lol!

[@SouthMainAuto]

Well I lied a bit, we all know it is 12.5 haha and somedays it says 14

[@charlesmiller5078]

My neighbor had a friend do just what you did, replaced pads and rotors on his Tundra, after reviewing this video, the guy apparently had no idea what he was doing. Instead of removing the complete caliper, he removed the outside part, replaced rotars, pads replaced caliper, The difference between someone who knows what there are doing, and winging it is day and night. But his trucks stops great, amazing. Oh he didnt clean the new rotars with brake clean,

[@nomanjones4803]

I have two Fords a 98 f-150 & 10 Fusion, the truck was made in Canada, & the car in Mexico. I just bought a Genuine Ford Part valve cover gasket set for the Fusion and it was made in Spain, who knows anymore.

[@josephwash109]

I hear you. I bought a genuine GM fuel cap for my mom's '01 Buick Century and it was made in Germany.

[@jamess3417]

made in Canada is fine

[@FishFind3000]

Bobby Brady I’d rather have Canada then México

[@Aerzon1v1]

As long as it's not a 3rd world country..... Spain is every bit as good of a country as we are.

[@tpj1959]

Thanks for the video. Bought a Tundra about 6 months ago. When the economy crashed, I went out and bought a Chevy Silverado, in part, to help the American worker. Like a dumbass, I didn't look at the tag to see where it was assembled. When I got home I looked and to my dismay, it was made in Mexico. Just blew my mind. I felt a little duped. Bought two Tundras since then. Anywho, glad to see a Tundra video. Also glad I live in California where there is no salt.

[@alward9901]

Yeah Eric, o keep them coming , I like that wheel stud cleaning tool , all ways something new to learn ,

[@SouthMainAuto]

Link in the description if you'd like to have one of your own :D

[@floridasaltlife]

Finally a guy on youtube that actually knows how to do a proper brake job !!

[@james1307oak]

Id like to see the other. just because... I would like for you to talk about your different rags/paper towels. I see the blue, red, and sometimes white ones. and wondering which you like or if some are better for different usages?

[@SouthMainAuto]

Oh ok I have never thought of that. Good topic. Maybe I can mention that.

[@SuperM1687]

Good point. I see some engine rebuild vids with guys using towels that produce lint etc

[@artphinney261]

Eric--Keep them coming . I find that your working on your own vehicle segments are really good, I also love your sense of humor-- very refreshing...

[@user-gj1lb6xp3t]

Maintenance vids would be awesome!

[@peterschryver]

Just found your channel! Bought a new 2008 Tundra, and then traded at 109,000 for a new 2014 Tundra which now has 75,000mi. Rear brakes are down to 20% so your videos have inspired me to do them myself! Fun to watch a pro in action, and you have a gift for teaching. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and expertise Eric!

[@bradjd6957]

Sweet truck really want one. What's your experience with it so far?

[@johanleonardubbens4814]

Yes, I would like to see other service work you perform on the Toyota Tundra - I own a 2010 Toyota Tundra which now has 130,000 Km on the odometer -I have owned this truck since new and replacing the brake pads and rotors has been the only work it required. I admire you for your honesty and positive attitude. God bless you and your family.

[@CHIBA280CRV]

Fantastic thanks, can you make a video on the break-fluid replacement ..

[@SouthMainAuto]

I will when I do the rest of the 60k

[@doug184]

JOGO yes, also show the limitation of using hand held vacuum pump for bleeding. I put new calipers on and with them being full of air, hand held vacuum did not seem to work. but works fine on slight air in system.

[@CHIBA280CRV]

Can they just be gravity bled and as the reservoir starts to empty keep it filled , would that work..

[@williamstannell4373]

I just did one last week , and I watched your video to see if there was anything special about the brakes . It did look like I might have a little bit of a problem but once I got into it it was a breeze . I contracted the 4 pistons with a single piston hand compressor with a small plate for the rear of the compressor , worked well for me , I assume the width of the piston compressors are the same , if not then I guess mine was just small enough to fit in . It was easier for me than to use 4 clamps , I seen the tool on amazon its not all that expensive , but the one I had worked well for me . Love your work you give people a lot of great ideas

[@apachelives]

compress the pistons with the old pads that way you dont need 4 clamps lol it was funny watching it however great video as usual keep up the good work!

[@zoidberg444]

apachelives Old pads and G clamps is my method.

[@bradhelfrich6602]

Also crack the bleeders don't push dirty brake fluid back into the ABS system, also makes pistons retract easier, Great video.

[@leebarnes655]

Sure, full service on that one, she's a real keeper. And let's see how it's done right too. I don't think I'm crazy, but wasn't it Sam himself I used to see on my TV claiming the only thing you could buy at Wally world was good ol made in USA? And busting out proud of it too. What a turn around, it's a challenge just to keep up with the punches sometimes. Ya pulled out an actual torque wrench, that's pure evil genius right there. A true nanny state warrior, brings a tear to my eye. As always great stuff.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Torque to spec!? What else would you expect me to do!?

[@joelcr250]

*FIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIINALLY a Toyota needs some repairs; I never thought I'd see the day*

[@speed8701]

My 2019 Tundra Limited needed a transfer case at 183 miles. Yes, didn't even use my first tank of gas and the transfer case snapped inside.

[@FishFind3000]

Speed Toyota reliability.

[@dr._breens_beard]

@@speed8701 helluva lot better than having it happen right after the warrenty expires. To me it sounds like it was just a faulty unit. First 5k miles is generally when any poorly made components will let themselves be known.

[@joelund655]

Brings back the good old days

[@saebbi]

if a piston is stuck you replace all of them for stainless pistons and your caliper will behave for the rest of the life of the car... usually it is the inner, lower piston that gets sticky

[@SouthMainAuto]

Yep that is 100% correct!

[@mark98070]

Didn't know you could buy new caliper pistons! Where?

[@luisguardado7224]

Thanks Eric appreciate the video. That will be a big YES for more Tundra wrenching. Made in the USA, that's why I bought my Tundra.

[@nicknicu1787]

Scotty turned Dr O from " a HONDA guy " into a " Toyota guy ". LOL!

[@SouthMainAuto]

Haha yes it was all Scotty!

[@marks146]

My 2010 Tundra ate front brakes. I'm familiar with this job. It was fun to watch someone else do it for a change. Well done video.

[@mctobbsi]

We want to see the service!! ;)

[@rinunculartoo3006]

So relaxing to see a professional doing it right. The cost of those rotors, pads and shim kits in my country are huge. Possibly looking at $600 per side just for the parts for the front. Then the labor charge on top of that. About $80 to $120 per hour, depending if its gone to the agent or your local motor engineer. Owning trucks is expensive.

[@nutz4gunz457]

Instead of playing whack-a-mole with the pistons to get them all back in just use 2 large flat blade screwdrivers and pry the pads away from the rotor until they fully compress the pistons. Then remove the pads and unbolt the caliper.

[@SouthMainAuto]

I tend to fumble to much when I am just doing one live haha other wise that is what I do. I just like to show all the options :D

[@RGSABloke]

Hi Eric, I made stainless steel pins for the rear brakes on my RAV4. Makes servicing so easy. Great video, great advice. Take care young man. Joe.

[@HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP]

A Mechanic's vehicle is always the last to get worked on.

[@SouthMainAuto]

True story!

[@DillyGee]

@@SouthMainAuto you dont make money working on your own car. gotta do what you gotta do

[@williamstannell4373]

I think its more like the mechanics wife's timing belt is the last to be worked on

[@harveysmith100]

@@williamstannell4373 Don't mention that again William, he is in enough trouble!

[@theroadnottaken9378]

I think this applies to all tradesmen across the board...lol

[@stcif]

Great video as always. I have a 2013 Tundra. I searched for brake videos a month ago when I did all four on my Tundra. Now this video comes out! I should have waited. Oh well. As for other Tundra videos I can't wait. Especially transmission fluid change as I read there is a procedure that I'm not too comfortable trying out without some coaching. I love my Tundra and really enjoy your videos. From a fellow upstater and deer hunter.

[@SouthMainAuto]

You lost me at Deer Hunter! Oh man I can't wait till October!

[@sethleeseberg446]

I wonder why they didn't make the shims one piece. Sure would be easier. Does your Tundra have the 10,000lb GVWR? Reason why I'm asking is the 4 piston caliper seems to be over kill, but then again probably why they last so long. I think I just answered my own question. Another great video. Thank you Eric O.

[@Pengy39]

Seth Leeseberg the full tow package includes 6 lug wheels/brakes, and since his are 5 lug, it doesn't have the larger brakes. But even without the larger brakes, the tundra has been 4 piston up front since 2000

[@jamestrapp3783]

Seth Leeseberg my 2010 Tacoma 4x4 has 4 piston calipers on the front as well. I think Toyota is a overkill kind of manufacturer. This is my first Toyota truck and coming from 3 Ford rangers previously, I don't think I'll ever buy another supposed domestic truck. Toyota is built like a tank and made me realize that the rangers were truly pop cans with wheels.

[@SmittySmithsonite]

Seth, I think Toyota's reasoning there with the 2 shims is to allow for movement without the piston gouging or wearing through one side of the shim. Just my personal observation - I have no proof of that. Just a guess.

[@hochhaul]

Well, besides their frames...

[@juanrodriguez-ry6yt]

my 96 t100 has 4 piston caliper

[@sydsyd]

I used to love it when these came, all needed front clips and pins, along with rotors and pads. Excellent video.

[@hashiramasenju4846]

‘MURICA! LOVE IT!!!

[@bobf3437]

Tundra videos? Yes! I am on my third one and I am a DIY kind of guy. Maintenance vids interest me! Keep them coming Eric.

[@CharlesSnyder]

Lol @ "This ain't no machinist channel!" when he's using the file incorrrectly... Oh +Keith Fenner!!

[@Paul1958R]

Eric you are so right about the 'American' car makes having their OEM parts made in foreign countries. Not just GM and Dodge I just purchased a bunch of OEM Ford Motorcraft parts for my 02 and 05 Focuses: brake pads (mexico), spark plugs (japan, mexico), spark plug wires (mexico), ignition coil (china). I had always purchased OEM parts based on generally better quality and usually domestically made. But that is clearly not the case anymore. Ive always owned 'American' cars (for 40+ years) as I wanted to support my country's workers, industries, and economy. Im not sure Im really doing that anymore. It IS a disgrace for all this stuff to be made in foreign countries! God bless you Eric O. Paul

[@bobl78]

yep, show us the other maintenance stuff

[@SouthMainAuto]

Possibly a regulator or pump I would imagine. I would have to test it though

[@matthewrooker4905]

Just replaced my 2014 Tundra’s front pads and rotors per the learning from this video. Thank you for the great step-by-step instructions - the whole process was made easy with your help!

[@StratTone]

Sorry I broke the 666 comments but I think we need a "Torque that to factory specs" t-shirt.

[@dejonsmall9886]

O AKA Eric O, you have renewed my love to work on my vehicles. YOU ARE DA MAN

[@bobbybentley8136]

thank you for not being like etcg1 it's so nice to watch you over that joke you da man 😁

[@Ck-ed9qy]

Love this!!! Please do more maintenance on the Tundra!! (Mine went over 128,000 miles on the original pads and rotors, which still had 20% left but I started towing a big camper...so yea. Currently over 140k...no repairs just maintenance!). Great video. GREAT truck.

[@ashoppa]

Do I look like a cat to you, boy? Am I jumpin' around all nimbly bimbly from tree to tree? Am I drinking milk from a saucer? Do you see me eating mice?

[@SouthMainAuto]

Now what's so damn funny meow!

[@BigDog50001]

South Main Auto Repair Did you say "yes sir", or "yeah sure"?

[@icurt06]

I have an 03 Toyota PreRunner that just turned 100,000 miles. I put new pads an rotors on last year. The brakes on your Tundra are very similar. Thanks for the info about American made parts for Toyota's

[@happy543210]

not only are the parts made in america. the truck is proudly assembled in san antonio, texas...#MAGA!!!

[@SuperM1687]

And all your money goes over to Toyota City, Japan so they can buy all of our golf courses...

[@satamanschmidt3428]

I personally prefer that rather than it going to Goldman Sachs so that they can continue to rape America

[@ElectoneGuy]

So, buy shares in Toyota so the profits get re-distributed to your pocket, too.

[@JohnSmith-gi7jw]

Well whoever designed this brake system is a fucking MORON!

[@stevekhamraj6222]

first person to do a break job properly and great job on the video, thanks

[@kellyt5056]

i want a toyota truck myself and now i now why parts usa. what is even more concerning to me is with everything being made in china nobody seems to care about how sad its getting to live in theses times.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Welcome to the USA....

[@ring-and-run]

The brake-kleen appearance is always fun. Thanks!

[@opl500]

"you want her slippery"

[@danfalley9296]

Loved the sound whenever Brake cleaner was used. Great videos as always

[@michaelday566]

USE SAFTY GLASSES!!!

[@cardude5323]

Michael Day safety 3rd

[@gordoncindy9386]

Yes, please, I would love to see regular service work explained in detail. Not just on Toyota but other vehicles as well. I'm interested in Subaru. Thanks and thanks for the great channel.

[@theDanK814]

without American named trucks how would people in Mexico eat..hahaha

[@rightlanehog3151]

Too true.

[@MrAustin61]

Is anyone left in Mexico?

[@clarencebrooks646]

Definitely would like to see regular maintenance work on your channel. I do enjoy your videos!

[@jessev2197]

Please stop promoting pushing pistons back without the bleeder open. It's more critical on 2 and 4 piston calipers. The wear debris that settles at the bottom of bores is more than on single piston calipers. I end up seeing so many of these with the bottom inner piston stuck after someone pushed back without the bleeder open. On Toyotas you can get the domestic pads from Toyota that are competitive priced and comes with shims. Many top line after market pads come with the pins too.

[@lijoima]

Jesse V and not to mention pushing the Pistons back is so much easier too!

[@eldoradony]

I agree with the top of the line aftermarket pads. I have found on many customer cars that the aftermarket pads last even longer than the OEM pads. I generally don't use OEM pads unless the customer requests it, and the cost of the job goes up to the customer because of the additional cost.

[@xerxes456]

I understand your point too but for 30 years I have never heard about this and no one I now either open the bleeder and never had any problem but I understand that there could be trouble........... but I keep do brake job this way like Eric. I have read it in some technical manuals and in teaching material recently that said it is never too late to learn new thoughts and procedures.

[@mraccord92]

he's explained this in a previous videos that being in the rust belt after a few years corrosion sets in around the bleeder valve making it near impossible to open without having to torch it out and replace.

[@lijoima]

Jesse V I live in southern Ontario so you wanna talk rust talk to me. The more you practice this the easier the bleeder will be to take out over and over again

[@johnr423]

Hey Eric, Keep the Tundra service videos coming please. I have a 2011, and do most of the maintaince myself. My factory brakes lasted 80,000 miles. Last spring I did new pads and rotors on all four corners. FYI - When I completed the rears I had a bad rubbing sound and it took me a few hours to figure out what was going on. Turned out there was some rust build up behind the dust shield and it was pushing the dust shield up against the new rotors. Took a hammer and tapped around the dust shield real good and a lot of rust was fell out. After that, and a year later nice and quiet. Also did the transmission, rear diff, front diff, and transfer case fluid changes. For the transmission, I just did a drain and refill times three, over the course of two weeks. I was careful to measure what came out and put the same back in plus a little more. Each dump was like four quarts. Also did an idler pulley and serpentine belt at 70,000 miles as preventive maintainence. Love the videos - Please keep them coming !!

[@SouthMainAuto]

Nice, you will like the videos then when we do them here for sure!

[@ranger8203]

Yes please make more preventative maintenance videos!! I don't really care what car it's on.. thanks for all the great videos Eric keep them coming!!!!!

[@bobb3542]

Would like to see more maintenance videos on the Tundra.Your videos are very informative and entertaining.Top Quality work.

[@crackingcorn]

The rotors have threaded holes to use bolts to break the rotors free from the hub. I am surprised that you did not explain that process since some folks like me don't have a pneumatic hammer/ thingabob. Also.. If you could demonstrate the caliper spreading tool that you mentioned ( and I think I noticed a link for). That might sell a bunch of em and if it's possible. I would think you could sell the fluid film on your Amazon store if you had a link on this video. I know that I was disappointed not to see a link for it on this video. Thanks for posting your videos ( especially this one, I found it just in time). Your willingness to help folks by sharing your knowledge and experience is what makes u-tube cool. 👊

[@IamDerick]

I miss upstate NY. When I see your repairs with rust+crud buildup; I miss it less. ;)