Brake problems on '04 Tacoma

I am having problems with the brakes on my 2004 Tacoma Pre-runner. I took it in to the dealer at 19k miles because of vibration problems. They did a "courtesy resurfacing" on the rotors. I'm now at 31k and again am having vibration problems. I drive conservatively and don't ride the brakes, so I shouldn't be having problems at this low mileage. Any suggestions on how to get the dealer/Toyota to replace the rotors ? The dealer made a big deal of the "courtesy" aspect last time, so I'm expecting hesitation for them to do anything else at no charge.

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nosmo_king58
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Not sure about Tacos but my Tundra and most others had severe rotor warping issues. Best best is to buy a high quality replacement rotor and pads for both front wheels. Don't go to Toyota - they'll rip you off. It's an easy one hour DIY job. Premium rotors/pads cost me about $175 I think. Jack front end and put on jack stands. Remove wheels. Disconnect spring clip holding brakelines. Remove caliper bolts and support calipers with bent piece of coat hangar (don't want to break flexible brake hose from hanging weight of caliper). Pull rotor and replace. If rotor seriously warped may need to hit it with hammer around the edges to loosen it from wheel flange assembly (don't damage that part - the rotor is throw-away part). Use c-clamp to compress piston and install new pads. Install calipers and wheels. Don't forget the spring clip for hoses. Check fluid level and replace if necessary/desired. No need to bleed if system not opened. Pump brake pedal to ensure good pedal response. Remove jackstands. That's it.

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Bubba

Great info Bubba,

I'm saving this for my use later on!

Chris

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Chris

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