The Toyota Venza was designed to be a hybrid of an SUV and a car. Toyota engineers used the Camry architecture as a starting point, but enhanced the brakes with bigger rotors, front twin piston calipers, and a more sophisticated ABS and stability control system.
Paying close attention to the small details, like as the lubricants and rotor specifications, is the key to servicing the brakes on the Venza. Additionally, you need to be aware that soft parts like the guide pin boots and strong ones like the brake hardware have a certain lifespan.
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Rotors
The minimum wear criterion for the front rotors is 26 mm. A new rotor, according to Toyota, measures 28 mm. Only 2 mm of material are left to wear until it no longer meets standards. The solid rear brake rotors are minimum 9 mm thick and are now 10 mm thick.
The Venza uses a ceramic/NAO friction compound to regulate rotor wear in order to make up for the absence of material on the rotor. These friction materials leave a coating of material on the surface of the rotor that wears away but is replaced by the brake pads.
Only.002 of lateral runout is permitted at the most for the front rotors. The maximum permitted lateral runout in the rear is.006. Before taking a measurement with a dial indicator, the service instructions advises using all five lugnuts tightened to 76 ft/lbs.
Pads and Calipers
Spreader clips are used by the front brake pads to pull the pad away from the rotor. These clips aid in eliminating drag and noise.
Guide pins are used by the front and rear calipers. The wellbeing of the pins depends on the footwear. Moisture may enter the cavity through broken boots, corroding the pin. The caliper will finally seize as a result of this pollution. Anti-corrosion plating is frequently applied to the guiding pin. This surface will be removed if the pin is cleaned with a wire wheel, which can hasten corrosion. If the coating has come off or the pin is rusted, replace it immediately.
Making the brake job last by lubricating the pins is essential. It is advised to use brake caliper-specific oil. The grease must be able to withstand high temperatures and work well with the rubber-based bushings and boots. Toyota advises lightly covering the sealing surfaces of the boots and the body of the pin. When too much grease is used, it will expand and might even push the boots away from the caliper bracket’s lip. Additionally, the tips of the top pins contain a soft rubber bushing that should be removed to allow lubrication of the surfaces underneath.
Bleeding
Advanced ABS and stability control are features of the Venza. In order to help the drive generate enough hydraulic force during a panic stop, the system additionally manages electronic brake distribution and has a brake-assist feature.
It is advised to pressure bleed the base brake system to remove air. Never start the engine or have the ignition turned on while doing a manual or pressure-bleeding treatment. For a sudden reduction of hydraulic pressure, codes may be stored. Use a scan tool to activate the valves in the ABS HCU in order to completely purge the air if you are bleeding the ABS or master cylinder.
Parking Brake
The parking brake of the Venza is a drum-in-hat type. Using a foot pedal, one applies the parking brake. According to Toyota, the pedal should fully engage after four to six moderately forceful clicks. You must adjust the space between the parking brake shoes and hat if it doesn’t.
The cable at the parking brake pedal’s nuts must first be removed in order to make it slack. After that, take off the wheel and the plug from the rotor’s face. Through the hole at six o’clock, the adjuster can be accessible. Once the wheel locks, extend the adjuster until it stops, and then retract it till the wheel turns freely. Reinstall the cable nuts at the pedal. Locking nut should be tightened to 48 inch/lbs.
How much does a Toyota Venza brake replacement cost?
Depending on the type of brake pads chosen and the degree of harm your previous worn-out pads have done to other elements of your car, such the rotors, replacing the brake pads on a Toyota Venza can cost anywhere between $150 and $300 each axle.
How long should Toyota Venza brake rotors last?
The type of rotors, your driving habits, the conditions of your daily travel, and the kind of car you drive all play a crucial role in the response. Depending on the aforementioned variables, 2021 Toyota Venza rotors often require complete replacement every 30,000 to 80,000 miles.