When to replace the Brake Discs on your TOYOTA LAND CRUISER
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (KDJ12_, GRJ12_) 3.0 D-4D (KDJ120, KDJ125), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (KDJ12_, GRJ12_) 3.0 D-4D (KDJ120), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (KDJ12_, GRJ12_) 3.0 D-4D (KDJ120_), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (KDJ12_, GRJ12_) 4.0 (GRJ120), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (KDJ12_, GRJ12_) 4.0 (GRJ120, GRJ125, GRJ121), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (KDJ12_, GRJ12_) 4.0 (GRJ120), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (KDJ12_, GRJ12_) 2.7 (TRJ120, TRJ125), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (KDJ12_, GRJ12_) 2.7 (RZJ120, RZJ125), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (KDJ12_, GRJ12_) 4.0 V6 VVT-i (GRJ125) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear brake discs on TOYOTA LAND CRUISER PRADO 3 (J120)

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for LAND CRUISER (KDJ12_, GRJ12_) and other TOYOTA models
Tools
Replacement: brake discs – Toyota Prado J120. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Drive socket # 17
Wheel impact socket #21
Brake caliper wind back tool
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Rubber mallet
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake discs – Toyota Prado J120. AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car Toyota Prado J120 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.
  • Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – Toyota Prado J120.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  3. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #21.
  4. Step 4
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    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
  5. Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake discs – Toyota Prado J120. Tip from AUTODOC:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  6. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  7. Step 7
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 8
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 9
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a drive socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
  10. Step 10
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – Toyota Prado J120. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    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.
  11. Step 11
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  12. Step 12
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  13. Step 13
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
  14. Step 14
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  15. Step 15
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    Clean the brake disk surface. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  16. Step 16
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    Remove the brake disc. Use a crowbar. Use a rubber mallet.
  17. Step 17
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  18. Step 18
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    Install the brake disc.
  19. Step 19
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake discs – Toyota Prado J120. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  20. Step 20
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    Remove the retaining springs of the brake pads.
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