- Safety first (read and follow)
- Work on a flat, level surface; set the parking brake on the wheels remaining on the ground and place wheel chocks behind them.
- Wear safety glasses and gloves; keep bystanders away.
- Never rely on a hydraulic jack alone — always support the truck on rated jack stands at the manufacturer jacking points.
- After reassembly, test brakes at very low speed in a safe area before driving normally.

- Tools you definitely need (what each tool is, why it’s needed, and how to use it)
- Lug wrench or cross wrench
- Purpose: loosen and tighten wheel nuts (lug nuts).
- How to use: break lug nuts loose with the wheel on the ground (turn counterclockwise) before jacking up. Final torque after reassembly with a torque wrench.
- Hydraulic floor jack (vehicle-rated)
- Purpose: lift the vehicle to remove the wheel.
- How to use: place under specified jacking point (consult your owner’s manual or look for pinch-weld or reinforced point), pump handle to lift, don’t get under vehicle supported only by jack.
- Jack stands (vehicle-rated)
- Purpose: safely support the vehicle while you work.
- How to use: after lifting with jack, place stands under the recommended support points and lower the vehicle onto the stands; gently rock to confirm stability.
- Wheel chocks
- Purpose: prevent the vehicle from rolling.
- How to use: place behind the wheels still on the ground (both left/right) before lifting the other side.
- Socket set with ratchet and breaker bar
- Purpose: remove caliper bolts, wheel nuts (if not using lug wrench), and caliper bracket bolts.
- How to use: use the correct socket size and a breaker bar for tight bolts; use the ratchet for reassembly.
- Torque wrench
- Purpose: tighten wheel nuts and caliper bolts to the correct torque (safety & warranty).
- How to use: set to the manufacturer’s specified torque and tighten in the recommended sequence (wheels: star pattern).
- C-clamp or brake caliper piston compressor tool
- Purpose: push the caliper piston back into the caliper so the new, thicker pads fit around the rotor.
- How to use: place an old pad against the piston then slowly tighten the C-clamp to press the piston in. Watch brake fluid level in the master cylinder reservoir; do not let it overflow.
- Hex/Allen or Torx bit set (if required)
- Purpose: some Hilux calipers use hex/Allen or Torx bolts for caliper guide bolts.
- How to use: fit the correct bit to the ratchet and remove/install bolts.
- Flat screwdriver / small pry bar
- Purpose: pry caliper off pads or remove retaining clips; lever off pads if stuck.
- How to use: be gentle to avoid damaging hoses or boots; use to release anti-rattle clips.
- Wire brush and brake cleaner
- Purpose: clean rust and brake dust from caliper bracket, slide pins, and rotor hat.
- How to use: spray brake cleaner and scrub rust/dust with the wire brush; keep cleaner off painted surfaces.
- Brake grease (high-temperature, silicone or copper-based for pad backing/slide pins)
- Purpose: lubricate pad contact points and slide pins to prevent noise and sticking.
- How to use: apply a thin film where pad backing contacts caliper bracket and on slide pins (not on friction surfaces).
- Disposable gloves, shop rags, and a catch container for small waste (no brake fluid in sink)
- Purpose: cleanliness and safe disposal of fluid/dirty rags.
- Optional but recommended: small mallet or dead-blow hammer
- Purpose: free a rusted rotor or gently tap parts loose.
- How to use: tap rotor edge or use to loosen stuck components; don’t strike the caliper piston or threads.

- Extra tools that may be required (why they might be needed)
- Impact wrench or breaker bar with long handle
- Why: stubborn wheel nuts or caliper bracket bolts can be very tight or seized.
- Caliper slide-pin puller or set of picks
- Why: slide pins sometimes seize in their bores; pulling and cleaning them requires tools.
- Rotor puller / hub-penetrating tool
- Why: rotors can be rusted to the hub and need a rotor puller or penetrating oil + gentle hammering to remove safely.
- Brake-piston rewind tool (rare)
- Why: some rear calipers (integrated parking brake) require a twisting action to retract the piston; if your Hilux has that type for rear disc, this tool is necessary.
- Brake bleeding kit (vacuum or pressure) or a helper and clear hose + bottle
- Why: if you open the hydraulic system or introduce air (by removing hoses), you must bleed the brakes to restore pedal firmness.

- Parts you will likely need and why
- Brake pads (front and/or rear)
- Why: pads wear and must be replaced when thinning or noisy; new pads are the main consumable.
- What to buy: pads specified for your Hilux model/year (OEM or reputable aftermarket); get the correct part number from the vehicle VIN or parts retailer.
- Rotors (discs) — replace or machine if needed
- Why: scored, warped, or below minimum thickness causes vibration/pulsing or poor braking. Rotors have a stamped minimum thickness; if under it, they must be replaced.
- What to buy: OEM or quality aftermarket rotors; some people replace in pairs (both front or both rear) for even braking.
- Caliper slide pins and rubber boots / anti-rattle clips / pad shims
- Why: slide pins wear or seize; hardware can cause noise or uneven pad wear. Replace worn clips during pad change.
- Brake caliper (only if leaking or seized)
- Why: piston seal failure or seized caliper requires caliper replacement to restore reliable braking.
- Brake fluid (DOT rating per owner’s manual)
- Why: if fluid is old, contaminated, or you’ve had to remove fluid, a brake fluid change or bleed may be needed to ensure system performance.

- How to replace front disc brake pads (basic sequence — follow cautiously)
- Prepare: chock wheels, loosen lug nuts slightly while truck on ground, raise vehicle and support on jack stands, remove wheel.
- Inspect: look at pad thickness, rotor surface, caliper condition and brake hose for damage or leaks.
- Remove caliper: locate the caliper mounting bolts and remove them with the correct socket/bit; support the caliper on the suspension with wire or hang it — do not let it hang by the brake hose.
- Remove old pads and hardware: slide out pads, remove anti-rattle clips if fitted, note pad orientation.
- Retract piston: place an old pad against piston and use a C-clamp to slowly compress the piston into the caliper. Monitor master cylinder fluid level and remove excess fluid into catch container if needed.
- Clean and lubricate: clean caliper bracket and pad contact points with brake cleaner and wire brush; clean slide pins, apply high-temp grease and reinsert.
- Check rotor: measure/inspect rotor; if surface heavily scored, warped, or under minimum thickness, replace rotor; if minor, you may resurface (machine) or just replace.
- Install new pads and hardware: fit new anti-rattle clips/shims if supplied, put new pads in place (do not get grease on friction surface).
- Reinstall caliper: slide caliper back over pads and rotor, torque caliper bolts to spec.
- Refit wheel: hand-tighten lug nuts, lower vehicle off stands, torque lug nuts to specification in a star pattern.
- Pump brake pedal: before moving, pump the pedal several times until firm to reset pad position.
- Test drive carefully: short, low-speed test in a safe area; check for noise, pulling, or poor pedal feel.

- If your rear is drum brakes (common on some Hilux trims) — differences and parts
- Drum shoes and hardware instead of pads and caliper.
- Tools needed: brake spoon or pliers to remove/fit shoe springs, possibly a drum brake spring tool.
- Replace shoes when lining shows heavy wear, glazing, or contamination by brake fluid; replace wheel cylinders if leaking; replace hardware kit when removing shoes because springs weaken.

- How to know when rotors or calipers must be replaced (not just pads)
- Rotor visible scoring or deep grooves, heat cracking, excessive runout (pedal pulsation), or thickness below the minimum stamped on the rotor — replace.
- Caliper leaking brake fluid, piston not retracting or seizing, damaged rubber boot — replace caliper.
- Uneven pad wear often signals jammed slide pins or sticking caliper — fix slide pins or replace caliper if seized.

- Bedding-in (breaking-in) new pads — short safe procedure
- Perform several moderate to firm stops from about 30–35 mph to about 5–10 mph with moderate cooling intervals (do not come to full stop and hold the brake for a long time during bedding).
- Avoid heavy sudden stops for the first 200 km or so; follow pad manufacturer instructions if provided.

- Common pitfalls and quick troubleshooting
- Soft pedal after reassembly: likely air in the system — bleed brakes or check for leaks.
- Noise after replacement: check anti-rattle clips and that grease wasn’t applied to friction surface; ensure pads correctly seated.
- Dragging brake: caliper piston not fully retracted or slide pins stuck — remove caliper and free/clean slides; check parking brake adjustment for rear drums.

- Final checks and maintenance notes
- Always torque wheel nuts and caliper bolts to the specs in your Hilux manual; if you don’t have the exact number, look it up for your model/year before starting.
- Dispose of old pads/rotors and brake fluid responsibly (do not pour brake fluid down drains).
- If you’re unsure at any point or if brakes don’t feel right after replacement, stop and have a qualified mechanic inspect.

- When to get a professional
- If you encounter seized components you cannot free, persistent soft brake pedal after bleeding, hydraulic leaks, or you don’t have safe lifting/support equipment — have a professional complete the job.

- Quick parts checklist to buy before starting
- Correct front brake pads (and rear pads or shoes if replacing the rear)
- Rotors (front or rear) if damaged or below minimum thickness
- New anti-rattle clips/pad shims and slide-pin boots (recommended)
- Brake grease and brake cleaner
- Replacement caliper(s) only if leaking or seized
- Brake fluid if needed for topping up or bleeding

Safety reminder: brakes are critical to safe vehicle operation. If you have any doubt about procedure or brake performance after replacement, have the vehicle inspected by a professional mechanic before normal use.
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