Brakes - Vibration/Pulsation When Braking

T-SB-0169-09

Rev1

June 4, 2009

Brake Vibration

Service Category
Brake

Section
Brake (front)

Market
USA





Applicability

TSB REVISION NOTICE

July 9, 2009 Rev1:

^ The introduction section has been revised.

Any previous printed versions of this service bulletin should be discarded.

Introduction

Some 2007 - 2010 Camry vehicles may exhibit a vibration or pulsation condition when braking. New front brake pads are available to address customer concerns. Follow the repair procedure below.





Parts Information





Warranty Information

APPLICABLE WARRANTY

^ This repair is covered under the Toyota Comprehensive Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.

^ Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customer's specific complaint.

Repair Procedure

1. Machine both front rotors with an on-car lathe to minimize rotor run-out. Make sure that the rotors are within minimum thickness. After machining the maximum allowed rotor run-out is 0.05 mm (0.002 inch). If the rotors are unserviceable or below minimum thickness replace the rotors.

For complete inspection procedures refer to the Technical Information System (TIS) applicable model year Repair Manual for thickness and runout specifications and measurement instructions.


2007 / 2008 / 2009 / 2010 model year Camry Repair Manual Brake - Brake (front) - "Brake: Front Brake: Inspection"

2. Replace the front brake pads with the improved kit. Visually inspect the shims for heat discoloration. If discolored replace the shims.





3. Remove the rear pads and check the pad material code on the lower left corner of the pad backing plate (see figure 1).

^ If the code is D6247-FF do not replace the rear brake pads.

^ If the code is NOT D6247-FF replace the rear brake pads.

4. Road test the vehicle to confirm proper operation.