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Technical Service Bulletin

October 1, 2013

T-SB-0150-13

TCMC Front Brake Pad Noise
Service
Category

Brake

Section

Brake (front)

Market

Toyota Supports ~
ASE Certification . . .

USA

Applicability
YEAR(S)

MODEL(S)

2003 - 2008

Corolla

2003 - 2008

Matrix

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Introduction

Some 2003 - 2008 model year Corolla and Matrix vehicles installed with TCMC (Toyota Complete
Maintenance Care) front brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving
conditions. Improved brake pads have been made available to help address this condition.
Parts Information
PART NUMBER
PREVIOUS

NEW

04465-AZ003-TM

04465-AZ022-TM

PART NAME

QTY

Front Brake Pad Kit

1

Warranty Information
OP CODE

DESCRIPTION

TIME

OFP

T1

T2

473301

R & R Front Brake Pad

0.8

04465-AZ003-TM

91

99

APPLICABLE WARRANTY
• This repair is covered under the Toyota Service Part Warranty. This warranty is in effect for
12 months from the date of installation, unlimited mileage.
• Warranty application is limited to occurrence of the specified condition described in this
bulletin.

Required Tools & Equipment
REQUIRED MATERIAL

PART NUMBER

QUANTITY

Toyota Brake Cleaner

00289-2BCOO

1

Lithium Soap Based Glycol Grease

08887-01206

1

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Repair Procedure
NOTE

Prior to beginning work, ensure that all previous brake related Service Bulletins for the vehicle
have been applied.

1. Raise and secure the vehicle.
Place vehicle on a lift and raise using recommended lift points.
2. Remove the front wheels by removing the lug nuts.
3. Remove the brake caliper assembly.
A. Remove the sliding pins/bolts and remove the caliper from the caliper mounting bracket.

8. Carefully hang brake calipers so no strain is placed on the brake hoses.
C. Remove brake pads from mounting bracket.
D. Remove the caliper mounting bracket bolts and remove the caliper mounting bracket.
E. Save wear indicators (if applicable).
• Replace if damaged or worn.
• Discard used brake pads.
• Discard used anti-squeal shims.
4. Clean and re-grease caliper sliding pins.
A. Replace worn or damaged parts as necessary.

8. Using brake cleaner, flush caliper of all old sliding pin grease. Clean the sliding pins of
old grease.
C. Re-grease the sliding pins with Toyota lithium soap-based glycol grease (P/N 08887-01206).
5. Inspect the front discs.
A. Remove the rotors.

• If rotor is difficult to remove, use the threaded holes to assist removal. Place bolts in
the holes and tighten to assist removal.
• If corrosion is present, use a rust penetrant to remove corrosion.
8. Using a micrometer, check rotor thickness. If rotor is below the minimum allowable thickness,
replace the rotor. (Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for further information.)
C. Ensure rotor mounting surface (backside of rotor hat) and hub are free of debris or corrosion .
If necessary, clean with a wire brush.

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Repair Procedure (Continued)

D. Re-install brake rotors.
(1) Using a dial indicator, measure the lateral run-out. (Refer to the applicable Repair
Manual for further information.)
• If the run-out is more than the maximum, change the installation position of the
disc to minimize run-out.
• If the run-out is more than the maximum even when the installation position is
changed, turn or machine the rotor.
(2) If the rotor needs to be turned or machined, use an on-car brake rotor lathe
(preferred) or remove and turn on a brake lathe. (Refer to brake lathe specific
instructions for details.)
NOTE
Before turning or machining rotor, make sure inside rotor mounting surface and
brake lathe hub are free from debris or corrosion.

(3) Install rotor (if rotor was replaced or removed for turning).
NOTE
• Make sure rotor mounting surface and hub are free of debris or corrosion.
• Clean rotor friction surfaces with brake cleaner if needed.

(4) Install rotor onto hub.
(5) Use lug nuts to retain rotor to hub while installing caliper.
E. Inspect and reinstall the caliper mounting bracket.
(1) Inspect the mounting bracket for any damage, rust, corrosion, or debris. If damaged,
replace the mounting bracket. Remove any rust, corrosion, or debris using a wire
brush or similar tool.
(2) Install the mounting bracket and mounting bracket bolts.
(3) Using a torque wrench, tighten the caliper mounting bolts.
Torque: 107 N*m (1,089 kgf*cm, 79 ft*lbf)

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Repair Procedure (Continued)

6. Install the front brake pads.

A. Install new anti-squeal shims onto the
brake pads.

Figure 1.

NOTICE
• ONLY use the supplied anti-squeal
shims and brake shim grease. Do NOT
re-use old or OE shims or any other
grease products on the shims.
• Do NOT apply grease to the entire area
of the backing plate.

Apply 1 - 2 mm thickness of supplied TCMC
shim grease to the areas of the brake pad
backing plate as indicated.
B. Install the anti-squeal shims on the brake pad
backing plate.

1

I

Apply Shim Grease Here

Figure 2.
~---~
---------~

HINT
Seat the 2 bottom clips first and finish
by snapping the 3 top clips over the pad
backing plate top edge.

C. Install the pad support plates onto the mounting bracket.
NOTICE
• Make sure the pad support plates have sufficient rebound, no deformation, no cracks
or wear, and that all rust and dirt are removed.
• Do NOT apply grease or lubricants to pad support plates when reinstalling.

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Repair Procedure (Continued)

D. Install wear indicators onto brake pads (if applicable). Replace if damaged or worn .
E. Install brake pads with shims into the mounting bracket.
NOTE
• Ensure brake pads are free of all contaminants.
• Clean pad friction surfaces with brake cleaner if needed.

7. Reinstall caliper.
A. Retract the caliper pistons.
HINT
Remove some fluid from the brake reservoir to prevent overflow when the piston is pushed
back (if needed).

B. Install caliper over the rotor and onto the mounting bracket. Install caliper sliding pins/bolts.
Torque: 34 N*m (350 kgf*cm, 25 ft*lbf)

8. Reinstall wheels.
Using a torque wrench , tighten the lug nuts.
Torque: 103 N*m (1,050 kgf*cm, 76 ft*lbf)

9. Check brake fluid level.
Pump the brake pedal and check fluid level. Add fluid if needed.
10. Lower the vehicle and test drive to confirm the noise is no longer present.

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