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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSCION2006XB L4-1.5L (1NZ-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLDISC BRAKE SYSTEMSERVICE AND REPAIRDISASSEMBLY
2006 Scion xB L4-1.5L (1NZ-FE)
Disassembly
2006 Scion xB L4-1.5L (1NZ-FE)SECTION Disassembly
FRONT BRAKE


DISASSEMBLY

HINT:
^ Use the same procedures for the LH side and RH side.
^ The procedures listed are for the LH side.
1. REMOVE CYLINDER BOOT
a) Using a screwdriver, remove the set ring and cylinder boot.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the brake piston and cylinder.

2. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE PISTON
a) Place a cloth between the brake piston and brake cylinder.
b) Use compressed air to remove the piston from the cylinder.
CAUTION: Do not place your fingers in front of the piston when using compressed air.
NOTICE: Be careful not to spatter the brake fluid.

3. REMOVE PISTON SEAL
a) Using a screwdriver, pry out the piston seal from the brake cylinder.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the inner cylinder and cylinder groove.
4. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG
a) Remove the bleeder plug from the brake cylinder.
COMPONENTS:
COMPONENTS:
DISASSEMBLY
HINT:
^ Use the same procedures for the LH side and RH side.
^ The procedures listed are for the LH side.
1. REMOVE CYLINDER BOOT
a) Using a screwdriver, remove the set ring and cylinder boot.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the brake piston and cylinder.
2. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE PISTON
a) Place a cloth between the brake piston and brake cylinder.
b) Use compressed air to remove the piston from the cylinder.
CAUTION: Do not place your fingers in front of the piston when using compressed air.
NOTICE: Be careful not to spatter the brake fluid.
3. REMOVE PISTON SEAL
a) Using a screwdriver, pry out the piston seal from the brake cylinder.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the inner cylinder and cylinder groove.
4. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG
a) Remove the bleeder plug from the brake cylinder.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.