2009-2015 Toyota Prius Front Brake Pad and Rotor Replacement
If you are experiencing poor braking performance or a noise when braking, then it make be time to replace the front brake pads and or rotors.
Follow this video tutorial by YouTuber NutzAboutBolts to complete the replacement yourself.
Depending on the Toyota Dealership Parts & Service Department; 3M Silicone Paste, 3M Copper Anti-Seize, Sil-Glyde or the Toyota caliper guide pin and anti-seize/squeal lubricant are recommended respectively.
Torque specs:
- 25 ft. lbs - Caliper sliding pin bolts
- 101 ft. lbs - Caliper mounting bracket bolts
- 25 ft. lbs - Brake line
Safety
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Tools (14)
- Hydraulic Floor Jack buy ↗
- Jack Stand buy ↗
- Wheel Chocks buy ↗
- 3/8" Drive Ratchet buy ↗
- 12mm Socket (3/8in Drive) buy ↗
- 14mm Socket (3/8in Drive) buy ↗
- 17mm Bike Wrench buy ↗
- 1/2" Drive Breaker Bar buy ↗
- 8mm Allen Socket buy ↗
- Anti-Seize Lubricant buy ↗
- Torque Wrench buy ↗
- Sil-Glyde Lubricant buy ↗
- 21mm Socket buy ↗
- 17mm Deep Socket buy ↗
Conclusion
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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