When to replace the Brake Pads on your TOYOTA LAND CRUISER
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_) 2.4 (RJ70_, RJ73_), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_) 2.4 (RJ70_, RJ73_, RJ70RV), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_) 2.4 D (LJ70_), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_) 2.4 TD (LJ70_, LJ73_, LJ70RV), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_) 2.4 TD (LJ70), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_) 3.0 TD (KZJ70_, KZJ73_, KZJ77_, KZJ78), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_) 3.4 D (BJ70_V, BJ73_, BJ75), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_) 2.4 (RJ70_V, RJ73_V), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_) 3.5 D 4x4 (PZJ75, PZJ70), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_) 4.0 4x4 (GRJ79, GRJ76, GRJ71), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_) 3.4 TD (BJ71_V, BJ74), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_) 4.5 TD 24V 4x4 (VDJ76, VDJ78, VDJ76R, VDJ78R) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_) and other TOYOTA models
Tools
Replacement: brake pads – TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Anti-squeal paste
Drive socket # 17
Wheel impact socket #21
Brake caliper wind back tool
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake pads – TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Perform the replacement of brake pads in complete set for each axis. This provides effective braking.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for all brake pads on the same axle.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake pads – TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #21.
  3. Step 4
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_)
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 8
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  7. Step 9
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a drive socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
  8. Step 10
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake pads – TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_). 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. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: brake pads – TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_). Tip from AUTODOC:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  10. Step 12
    Remove the retaining springs of the brake pads.
    Step 13
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake pads – TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_). Professionals recommend:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  11. Step 14
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    Install the retaining springs of the brake pads.
  12. Step 15
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (PZJ7_, KZJ7_, HZJ7_, BJ7_, LJ7_, RJ7_). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  13. Step 16
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
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