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Just did this on my daughters 2017 RAV4. Easy job to do, other than trying to get the rotor off on the drivers side...it required some pretty hard hits and penetrating oil to get off. Not sure you should put anti-seize on those bolts. The caliper bracket bolts should actually have some thread locker (blue) on them from what I understand, though I've never had a problem just tightening them up to spec. Only thing I put the anti-seize on is the hub where it meets the rotor surface, so next time it comes to change the rotors...they come off much easier.
Just a note for those doing brakes…do not use just any ol’ brake lube on your slide pins or any other rubber brake part. Most of it will swell and deteriorate rubber. Which can lead to seized brakes. Make sure it specifically says it is silicone based (silicone is rubber safe). Something like permatex silicone extreme in the red tube.
@@HomeOwnerRepair Thank you very much! Doing all 4 tomorrow and glad I caught the part about not collapsing all 4 pistons because I probably would have done that! Thanks again!
Very educational, direct information and filming. Quick question, how do you know which size rotors to buy? I've tried part numbers from Toyota ect and keep getting mixed signals on which size to buy.
What was the last part of about pumping the brakes? I have a Toyota RAV4 XLE 2018. I pump the brakes at the end but what do I need to be careful about when pumping the brakes/checking brake fluid? 😢
When the brake job is complete. Make sure the cap on the brake fluid reservoir is tight (if you loosened it) and BEFORE you start the vehicle, pump the brake peddle a few times until the pedal becomes firm. Then you should be all set.
@@dilkmrgrg9455 Turn the car to "accessory", maybe? I'm about to do the breaks on the exact same car, so I hope that I dont run into this issue. However, if the breaks lock up before becoming stiff, then turning the car to accessory is usually enough to release that pressure as well as the steering wheel, in case you need to move the car without starting it. I'm not 100% sure though.
Here is caliper pin grease. It can be used to lubricate the caliper pins, brake pad slides and we typically use a little on the outside of the piston caliper so that your brakes do not squeal. Here is a link to it on Amazon amzn.to/420KwQq Remember to pump your brakes when you are done with the car turned off before starting the vehicle. You want to feel a firm brake pedal before driving off. Hope this helps you out.
Either factory, powerstops from Rock Auto or Detroit Axle all sell decent rotors. Buy the ceramic brake pads, they last longer and cut down ion brake dust. Hope this helps you out. Have a great day!
@@HomeOwnerRepair thank you. Next time I’m going to replace my own breaks. Firestone charged me 560 dollars just to replace the rear break pads and router
I don't know why you have to remove that caliper just to replace brake pads? All of that cleaning can be done without uni stalling the caliper. Removing it just makes the job longer.
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Best demonstration on the tube so far. You do great work.
Glad this helped you out
Just did this on my daughters 2017 RAV4. Easy job to do, other than trying to get the rotor off on the drivers side...it required some pretty hard hits and penetrating oil to get off. Not sure you should put anti-seize on those bolts. The caliper bracket bolts should actually have some thread locker (blue) on them from what I understand, though I've never had a problem just tightening them up to spec. Only thing I put the anti-seize on is the hub where it meets the rotor surface, so next time it comes to change the rotors...they come off much easier.
Thanks for watching Steve and I have been doing brakes like this for 35 years never had an issue.
Thanks for the details!
No problem!
Thanks, great video.
Thanks for watching
Good video. Thank you!
Thanks for watching!
Just a note for those doing brakes…do not use just any ol’ brake lube on your slide pins or any other rubber brake part. Most of it will swell and deteriorate rubber. Which can lead to seized brakes. Make sure it specifically says it is silicone based (silicone is rubber safe). Something like permatex silicone extreme in the red tube.
We use caliper pin brake lube in all of our videos. Never had an issue with the brand we use.
This guy knows what he's doing.
Thanks for watching the video. Hope this helps you out.
Nice job !!
Thanks for watching!
excellent well explained thank you good work
Thank for watching. Hope our Toyota Rav4 brake replacement video helped you out. Have a great day!
Very good video.
Thanks for checking out the video. Hope this helps you out.
Nice job
Thanks for watching!
I bet you could do a great video on servicing that car, oil, filters and all. Please consider - thanks again.
We'll do more videos on this one.
Very Helpful video! Where did you put on a brake squealer? Thanks
Glad it helped
11:24 what is it that you're putting on the bolt? I couldn't hear and want to make sure I get this right.
It is never seize. Here is a link to it on Amazon: amzn.to/4cISGCA
@@HomeOwnerRepair Thank you very much! Doing all 4 tomorrow and glad I caught the part about not collapsing all 4 pistons because I probably would have done that! Thanks again!
Very educational, direct information and filming. Quick question, how do you know which size rotors to buy? I've tried part numbers from Toyota ect and keep getting mixed signals on which size to buy.
EL is 275mm in the front. All other trim levels are 296mm. All trims are 281mm on the rear.
The dealer should be able to run your VIN # and get the correct brake rotors to you.
Bummer but you can also go out, jack, remove wheel, measure... put back. But then you will KNOW.
Do you always need to replace the metal clips on the brake pads on a 2013 Toyota rap for at 4
They should be replaced when you do the brake pads. This typically come in the box with the brake pads.
What was the last part of about pumping the brakes? I have a Toyota RAV4 XLE 2018.
I pump the brakes at the end but what do I need to be careful about when pumping the brakes/checking brake fluid?
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When the brake job is complete. Make sure the cap on the brake fluid reservoir is tight (if you loosened it) and BEFORE you start the vehicle, pump the brake peddle a few times until the pedal becomes firm. Then you should be all set.
My rav4 pedal lovks up after 3 pumps and wont b able to start the car because i have push start. How to do in this case?
@@dilkmrgrg9455 Turn the car to "accessory", maybe? I'm about to do the breaks on the exact same car, so I hope that I dont run into this issue. However, if the breaks lock up before becoming stiff, then turning the car to accessory is usually enough to release that pressure as well as the steering wheel, in case you need to move the car without starting it. I'm not 100% sure though.
What grease do you use? Would "Lucas Oil Lithium Grease in White" work on the piston? Thank You
Here is caliper pin grease. It can be used to lubricate the caliper pins, brake pad slides and we typically use a little on the outside of the piston caliper so that your brakes do not squeal. Here is a link to it on Amazon amzn.to/420KwQq Remember to pump your brakes when you are done with the car turned off before starting the vehicle. You want to feel a firm brake pedal before driving off. Hope this helps you out.
What would be the best rotors and brake pads for a 2017 Toyota Rav4 LE?
Either factory, powerstops from Rock Auto or Detroit Axle all sell decent rotors. Buy the ceramic brake pads, they last longer and cut down ion brake dust. Hope this helps you out. Have a great day!
Do I need to remove brake fluid cap before depressing piston? Do i need to remove it before pumping brakes after install?
Check your master cylinder oil level before and if it’s low enough , you’re good.
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What’s the liquid product name that you put on the break and before you put the router on
It is anti seize. Here is a link to it. amzn.to/3SFxTGe
@@HomeOwnerRepair thank you. Next time I’m going to replace my own breaks. Firestone charged me 560 dollars just to replace the rear break pads and router
compressor go brr
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Thank you for watching our auto repair video that shows you how to replace the front brake pads on a Toyota Rav4. Have a great day!
Should have brushed the hub face clean before putting the new rotor on.
We wiped it down.
I don't know why you have to remove that caliper just to replace brake pads? All of that cleaning can be done without uni stalling the caliper. Removing it just makes the job longer.
We replaced the brake rotors too
Hi. you did not torque the bolts. but thanks anyway
You should be able to source the correct torque specs online for your year, make and model. Thanks for watching.
Torque for calliper mounting bolt 25 & for calliper mounting bracket is 79 foot-pounds this is for front & rear is 20 & 65 from Haynes.
You need to go easier on the grease man
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He is a master mechanic. He can do this in his sleep.