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How to Replace Front Brake Pads on Your Toyota Tacoma [4K]

Militarized Citizen · 48K views · 11:33

Skill Level

Beginner

Time Required

Half day

Estimated Cost

$0–50

Equipment

Toyota Tacoma
How to Replace Front Brake Pads on Your 2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma [4K] This video shows you how to replace the front brake pads and rotors on a 2009 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner. Approximate labor cost savings: $200-250. Approximate time of completion for DIYers: 60-90 minutes. Watch in 4K for the best viewing experience. Please LIKE 👍 and SUBSCRIBE if you enjoyed this video! http://bit.ly/MCYouTubeChannel #MilitarizedCitizen | FIND IT FAST | 00:00 - Jack Stand & Engine Prep 00:35 - Wheel Removal 01:04 - Brake Pad Removal 01:55 - Brake Assembly Prep 02:11 - Mounting the Brake Bleeder Kit 02:45 - Brake Caliper Prep 03:01 - Brake Pad Removal 03:25 - Compressing Brake Caliper Pistons 04:38 - Brake Caliper Removal 04:49 - Brake Rotor Removal 05:25 - Brake Caliper Cleaning 05:52 - Brake Rotor Re-installation 06:03 - Brake Caliper Re-installation 06:58 - Brake Pad Installation 08:51 - Brake Line Re-installation 09:00 - Wheel Re-installation 09:56 - Wheel Torquing (85 ft-lbs) 11:04 - Bloopers Toyota Tacoma Playlist: http://bit.ly/ToyotaTacomaPlaylist » Instagram: https://bit.ly/MilitarizeCitizenInstagram » Twitter: https://bit.ly/MilitarizedCitizenTwitter » Twitch: https://bit.ly/MilitarizedCitizenTwitch » Facebook: https://bit.ly/MilitarizedCitizenFacebook | PARTS | Genuine Toyota Brake Pads: https://amzn.to/3iBBuBs Brake Bleeding Kit (can be purchased for around $8.50-$22: https://amzn.to/3d3F8D6 https://amzn.to/2F4iWw6 Disc Caliper Lube: https://amzn.to/3iwZB4l | TOOLS | Ratchet, 14mm, 17mm & 19mm Sockets, 4-inch & 6-inch Extensions (All 3/8"): https://amzn.to/3lo1tOy Metric Wrench Set (10mm Wrench Needed): https://amzn.to/3lhEEwb Screwdriver Set: https://amzn.to/3nj8CSa Torque Wrench (can be purchased for $40-130 or rented from an auto part store): https://amzn.to/3nmGs8Y (Less Expensive) https://amzn.to/3d48EbY (More Expensive) Fasmov Solid Rubber Heavy Duty Wheel Chock (2-Pack): https://amzn.to/3mP0zw3 Shop Towels (Throw-Away) for Cleanup: https://amzn.to/3lxNtCj | TIPS | Always unplug the battery's negative terminal before doing any work on your engine - especially electrical work. I used a jack underneath the car to raise the tire approx. two (2) inches off the ground: https://amzn.to/33BqQGC Using medical gloves (as seen in the video) allow you to keep your hands clean of dirty engine parts: https://amzn.to/2Ss9i9P NHTSA Safety Rating: http://bit.ly/NHTSA2009ToyotaTacoma Powered by TubeBuddy: http://bit.ly/TubeBuddyJWrye Copyright © 2017 Militarized Citizen | Joshua Wrye. All rights reserved. DISCLAIMER: These videos are for informational purposes only. All video and audio content created by myself and or used with permission from the creator. AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links in this video description are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or opt-in.