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09-26-2023, 02:32 PM | #1 |
Drives: 2007 toyota Yaris Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Spartanburg sc
Posts: 15
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07 Yaris Front brake Pad Question
I have 240K (mostly highway) miles on my hatchback and it has never had the brake pads changed. I had tires replaced recently and asked the mechanic to look at the pads,... he said they were getting thin.
I have done many pad changes on various cars & motorcycles but not on the Yaris. I usually compress the caliper with a screwdriver wedged between the pad and rotor for leverage. Is that method possible on this car? I just want to be sure I have necessary tools before I start. If a C-clamp is needed, will I need 3 0r 4 inch? Many Thanks. |
09-26-2023, 04:07 PM | #2 |
Drives: 06 Polar White 5dr, 13 Soul 4u Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Georgetown, Ontario, Canada
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First time hearing of screwdriver method on anything. Since compression is used to retract our pistons you can certainly try it. Personally I'd go for c-clamp since pressure applied is smooth and consistent. 6" clamp.
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09-27-2023, 05:38 AM | #3 |
Drives: 2007 toyota Yaris Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Spartanburg sc
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I will go with the 6 inch clamp, Thank You!
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