Toyota Camry (XV70): Brake

BRAKE

INSPECT BRAKE LINE PIPES AND HOSES

HINT:

Work in a well-lighted area. Turn the front wheels fully to the right or left before beginning the inspection.

(a) Using a mirror, check the entire circumference and length of the brake lines and hoses for:

• Damage
• Wear
• Deformation
• Cracks
• Kinks
• Corrosion
• Leaks
• Twists

(b) Check all the clamps for tightness and check the connections for leakage.

(c) Check that the hoses and lines are not near sharp edges, moving parts or the exhaust system.

(d) Check that the lines are installed properly and pass through the center of the grommets.

INSPECT BRAKE PEDAL

(a) Check the brake pedal.

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INSPECT PARKING BRAKE (w/ Electric Parking Brake System)

(a) Check the parking brake.

INSPECT PARKING BRAKE (w/o Electric Parking Brake System)

(a) Check the parking brake.

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(b) Check the parking brake cables to ensure that they are not deformed or binding.

INSPECT FRONT BRAKE

(a) Check the front brake pads and discs.

for 2-Pot Caliper: Click here

except 2-Pot Caliper: Click here

INSPECT REAR BRAKE PADS AND DISCS

(a) Check the rear brake pads and discs.

w/ Electric Parking Brake System: Click here

w/o Electric Parking Brake System: Click here

INSPECT OR CHANGE BRAKE FLUID

(a) Inspect or change the brake fluid.

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Fluid:

SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT3

SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT4

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