Changing break pads

Look like it’s time to change out my 2015 brake pads! Should I bring it to the dealer to get it replace or buy pads and bring it to any auto shop.

 

@csuviper did his recently . . . or was it just the rotors. He might be able to tell ya.

 

do it your self save some money.
https://www.tundras.com/threads/diy-replacing-front-brake-pads-and-rotors.17394/

Brakes not Breaks btw

 

Credit to @csuviper

 

Lol my bad

 

If you’re just changing the pad it’s as simple as it could be. And do it yourself and save some money. Even if you have to change the rotors it’s really simple. one suggestion when you squeeze the caliper is back he will need to remove some fluid from the reservoir so it doesn’t overflow. I use a turkey baster.
Brkes are one area that I definitely would rather do myself so that I know it was done right. But if you don’t feel confident take it to a reputable shop. At least it should come with some type of warranty for the work.

 

You guys recommend any brake pad? Or stick with oem?

 

Trd pad any good? Will it fit my platinum?

 

Nice write up when replacing the rotors and pads. If you just replace the pads all you have to do is pull the pins, caliper removal is not needed.

 

EBC red stuff pads. Love their pads!

 

I believe it's not a good idea to push old fluid back to the reservoir. It could affect your abs sensor which is expensive to calibrate? I should know, I found out the hard way.

 

You make a good point. Probably better to open the bleed screw. I forget about the ABS. I’m so used to doing it that way from old cars because I knew I was going to bleed the brakes anyways.

 

I did this to my old truck and ABS became more sensitive after I pushed the old dirty fluid back that ABS will kick in if I go fast on curves.

 

I must’ve gotten lucky through years because I’m pretty vigilant about bleeding my brakes every couple of years. At a minimum at least when I do my pads. From now on I’ll open the bleeder screw LOL