Reassembly

2011 Toyota Landcruiser V8-5.7L (3UR-FE)SECTION Reassembly




BRAKE (FRONT): FRONT BRAKE: REASSEMBLY

HINT
* Use the same procedures for the LH side and RH side.
* The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

1. TEMPORARILY INSTALL FRONT DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG

(a) Temporarily install the bleeder plug to the disc brake caliper.

HINT
The bleeder plug will be tightened to the torque specification in the "Bleed Brake Line" procedure.

2. INSTALL FRONT DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG CAP

3. INSTALL PISTON SEAL

(a) Apply a light coat of lithium soap base glycol grease to the entire inner and outer circumference of 4 new piston seals.





(b) Install the 4 piston seals to the disc brake caliper.

4. INSTALL FRONT DISC BRAKE PISTON

(a) Apply a light coat of lithium soap base glycol grease to the entire inner circumference of 4 new cylinder boots.





(b) Apply a light coat of lithium soap base glycol grease to the entire outer circumference of the 4 front disc brake pistons where they contact the cylinder boots and front disc brake caliper.

(c) Install the 4 cylinder boots to the 4 front disc brake pistons.

NOTICE:
Do not forcibly install the piston into the disc brake caliper.

(d) Install the 4 front disc brake pistons to the front disc brake caliper.

5. INSTALL CYLINDER BOOT

(a) Install one side of each of the 4 cylinder boots to the front disc brake caliper.





NOTICE:
* Install the cylinder boot securely into the grooves of the cylinder and piston.
* Do not damage the cylinder boot.

6. INSTALL FRONT DISC BRAKE PISTON SET RING

(a) Install the 4 set rings.
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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.