Tacoma 4WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE) (2006)
Brake Rotor/Disc: Customer Interest
Brakes - Front Brake Noise When Applied Backing Up
BRAKES
BR005-07
REVISED
Title:
FRONT BRAKE NOISE IN REVERSE
Models:
'05 - '07 Tacoma 4X4 & PreRunner
August 30, 2007
TSB REVISION NOTICE:
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September 12, 2007: The description in the Warranty Information table and steps 2 and 5 in the Repair Procedure have been updated.
Previous versions of this TSB should be discarded.
Introduction
Some customers may experience front brake noise when driving the vehicle in reverse and applying the brake pedal. The noise will typically occur when
backing out of a parking space after the vehicle has been stopped for an extended period of time. Updated front brake rotors and brake pad shim grease
are now available to improve this condition.
Applicable Vehicles
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2005 - 2007 model year Tacoma 4x4 and PreRunner vehicles.
Parts Information
Warranty Information
Applicable Warranty*:
This repair is covered under the Toyota Comprehensive Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from
the vehicle's in-service date.
* Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customer's specific complaint.
Repair Procedure
1.
Conduct a road test to confirm the noise condition. The noise typically occurs when backing out of a parking spot in reverse.
2.
Remove the front brake pads and front rotors.