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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 51 (DISC BRAKES)OVERHAULFRONT CALIPERDISASSEMBLY (SC 430)
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard
Disassembly (SC 430)
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Disassembly (SC 430)
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- Remove front brake disc brake caliper. See FRONT BRAKE CALIPER under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
- Remove front brake disc pad. See FRONT BRAKE PADS under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
- Remove upper and lower disc pad support plates.
- Remove caliper slide pins from disc brake caliper mounting.
- Using a screwdriver and hammer, tap out dust boots.
- Remove bolts and remove front disc brake cylinder mounting.
- Using a screwdriver, remove set rings and cylinder boots.WARNING: Do not place your fingers in front of the piston when using compressed air.
- Place a piece of cloth between piston and disc brake caliper. Use compressed air to remove pistons from disc brake caliper.
- Using a screwdriver, remove piston seals from disc brake caliper.
- Remove front disc brake bleeder screw.
- Check caliper bore and piston for rust or scoring.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.