Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
TOYOTA RAV 4 II (CLA2_, XA2_, ZCA2_, ACA2_) 1.8 (ZCA25_, ZCA26_), TOYOTA RAV 4 II (CLA2_, XA2_, ZCA2_, ACA2_) 2.0 D 4WD (CLA20_, CLA21_), TOYOTA RAV 4 II (CLA2_, XA2_, ZCA2_, ACA2_) 2.4 4WD (ACA23, ACA22), TOYOTA RAV 4 II (CLA2_, XA2_, ZCA2_, ACA2_) 2.0 (ACA26) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front brake discs on TOYOTA RAV4 II [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for RAV 4 II (CLA2_, XA2_, ZCA2_, ACA2_) and other TOYOTA models

Brake disc

        Brake disc for RAV4 II Off-Road (XA20) Petrol (125 hp)
      
        Brake disc for RAV4 II Off-Road (XA20) Diesel (116 hp)
      
        Brake disc for RAV4 II Off-Road (XA20) Petrol (152 hp)
      
        Brake disc for RAV4 II Off-Road (XA20) Petrol (150 hp)

Replacement: brake discs – Toyota RAV4 II. List of the tools you'll need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        Nylon cleaning brush
                      
                        WD-40 spray
                      
                        All-purpose cleaning spray
                      
                        Brake cleaner 
                      
                        Anti-squeal paste
                      
                        Ceramic grease
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Combination spanner #14
                      
                        Combination spanner #17
                      
                        Drive socket # 14
                      
                        Wheel impact socket #19
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Brake caliper wind back tool
                      
                        Crow bar
                      
                        Wheel chock

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AUTODOC recommends:

Replace the brake disks on the car Toyota RAV4 II in complete set for each axis. Regardless of the state of components. This will ensure even braking.
The replacement procedure is identical for both brake disks on the same axle.
When changing the brake discs, always replace the brake pads.
Please note: all work on the car – Toyota RAV4 II – should be done with the engine switched off.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 2

Secure the wheels with chocks.

Step 3

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 4

Raise the car.

Replacement: brake discs – Toyota RAV4 II. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
Step 5

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Toyota RAV4 II
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 8

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 9

Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use a combination spanner #14.
Step 10

Remove the fastening bolts.
Step 11

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake discs – Toyota RAV4 II. AUTODOC recommends:
Tie the caliper to the suspension or to the body with a wire without disconnecting from the brake hose to prevent depressurization of the brake system.Make sure that the brake caliper is not hanging on the brake hose.Don't press the brake pedal after the brake caliper has been removed. As a result, the piston can fall out from the brake cylinder, and brake fluid leakage and depressurization of the system may occur.
Step 12

Remove the brake pads.
Step 13

Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 14

Unscrew the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 15

Remove the fastening bolts.
Step 16

Remove the caliper bracket.
Step 17

Remove the brake disc.
Step 18

Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 19

Treat the contacting surface. Use ceramic grease.
Step 20

Install the brake disc.
Step 21

Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake discs – Toyota RAV4 II. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 22

Install the brake caliper bracket.
Step 23

Install the fastening bolts.
Step 24

Screw in the fasteners of the brake caliper bracket. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 25

Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.

Replacement: brake discs – Toyota RAV4 II. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 26

Install the brake pads.
Step 27

Treat the brake caliper pistons. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 28

Wind back the brake caliper pistons. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 29

Install the brake caliper and fix it.
Step 30

Install the fastening bolts.
Step 31

Tighten the brake caliper fasteners. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a drive socket #14. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 26 Nm torque.
Step 32

Tighten the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a drive socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 106 nm torque.
Step 33

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use ceramic grease.
Step 34

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake discs – Toyota RAV4 II. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 35

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts on the car. Toyota RAV4 II
Step 36

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 37

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 103 Nm torque.
Step 38

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake discs – Toyota RAV4 II. AUTODOC recommends:
Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 39

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

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