BR–18 BRAKE SYSTEM – FRONT BRAKE (2JZ–GE) BRAKE PADS REPLACEMENT 1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL Remove the wheel and temporarily fasten the disc with the hub nuts. 2. INSPECT PAD LINING THICKNESS Check the pad thickness through the caliper inspection hole and replace the pads if they are not within the specification. Minimum thickness: 1.0 mm (0.039 in.) 3. LIFT UP CALIPER (a) Hold the sliding pin on the bottom and loosen the installation bolt. (b) Remove the installation bolt. (c) Lift up the caliper and suspend it securely. HINT: Do not disconnect the brake hose from the caliper. 4. REMOVE THESE PARTS: (a) 2 anti–squeal springs (b) 2 brake pads (c) 4 anti–squeal shims (d) 4 pad support plates NOTICE: The anti–squeal springs can be used again provided that they have sufficient rebound, no deformation, cracks or wear, and have had all rust, dirt and foreign particles cleaned off. 5. CHECK DISC THICKNESS AND RUNOUT (See page BR–21) 6. INSTALL UNDER SIDE PAD SUPPORT PLATES 7. INSTALL UPPER SIDE PAD SUPPORT PLATES (a) Using cleaner, wipe off dust, water, oil, etc. from the pad support plate contact area of the torque plate. (b) Remove the pad support cover sheets from new pad support plate. (c) Install the new pad support plates. 8. INSTALL NEW PADS NOTICE: When replacing worn pads, the anti–squeal shims must be replaced together with the pads. (a) Apply disc brake grease to both sides of the inner anti–squeal shim. (b) Install the 2 anti–squeal shims on each pad. (d) Install 2 pads with the pad wear indicator plates facing downward. NOTICE: There should be no oil or grease adhering to the friction surfaces of the pads or the disc. (e) Install the 2 anti–squeal springs. BR5301 BR5302 R00659