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How to Replace the Brakes on a Rav 4

Model: Toyota Rav 4 Xa30, MK 3 - Years: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Brake rotors

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Do you want to remove the disc brakes on a Toyota Rav 4? Here’s how to remove the rear disc brake of the Rav 4. Unscrew the bolts using a socket wrench or air drill and remove the wheel, then start unscrewing the bolts of the brake caliper to detach it from the bracket.

Use a screwdriver to detach the brake pads.

Now remove the caliper bracket and unscrew the bolts on the brake disc (using a Torx screwdriver), then pull the disc towards you to slide it off the hub. Install the new brake disc with all the associated bolts, tighten the caliper bracket to the disc and the pads, then refit the brake caliper.


Updated on 17 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


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