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Front Brake Pad Replacement on a Toyota Rav 4

Model: Toyota Rav 4 MK 3, Xa30 - Years 2006-2013
Part: Brake pads

Let's replace the front brake pads on a Toyota Rav 4. Lift the vehicle on a column lift to the desired height, remove the wheel (using a telescopic spanner) along with the respective bolts. Unscrew the caliper locking bolt and remove the caliper from the wheel hub. Take out the old brake pads from the caliper. Install the new pads into the caliper, then refit the caliper with the brake disc support. Tighten all bolts and remount the wheel. Prepare to perform the same operations on the other brake pads.

Updated on 14 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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