Camry XLE Sedan L4-2164cc 2.2L DOHC (5S-FE) MFI (1999)
Brake Pad: Service and Repair
Front
REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL
Remove the wheel and temporarily fasten the disc with 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 inch)
3. LIFT UP CALIPER
a. Remove the bolt and flexible hose from the bracket.
b. 5S-FE engine:
Hold the sliding pin on the bottom and loosen the installation bolt, and remove the installation bolt.
c. 1MZ-FE engine:
Remove the bottom side installation bolt.
d. Lift up the caliper and suspend it securely.
HINT: Do not disconnect the flexible hose from the caliper.
4. 5S-FE engine:
REMOVE 2 ANTI-SQUEAL SPRINGS
5. REMOVE 2 BRAKE PADS
6. REMOVE 4 ANTI-SQUEAL SHIMS
7. 1MZ-FE engine:
REMOVE PAD WEAR INDICATOR PLATE
8. 1MZ-FE engine:
REMOVE 2 PAD SUPPORT PLATES
9. 5S-FE engine:
REMOVE 4 PAD SUPPORT PLATES
NOTICE: The anti-squeal springs and 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.
10. CHECK DISC THICKNESS AND RUNOUT.
11. INSTALL 2 OR 4 PAD SUPPORT PLATES
12. INSTALL NEW PADS
NOTICE: When replacing worn pads, the anti-squeal shims and wear indicator plates must be replaced together with the pads.