BR0M4−01
R10627
R10628
− BRAKEFRONT BRAKE PAD
BR−21
1996 RAV4 (RM447U)
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) Remove the flexible hose from the shock absorber brack-
et.
(b) Hold the sliding pin on the bottom and loosen the installa-
tion bolt.
(c) Remove the installation bolt.
(d) Lift up the caliper and suspend it securely.
HINT:
Do not disconnect the flexible hose from the caliper.
4. REMOVE THESE PARTS:
2 brake pads
4 anti−squeal shims
4 pad support plates
NOTICE:
The support plates 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−26)
6. INSTALL 4 PAD SUPPORT PLATES
