[Title, “Inside Look — Toyota Brake Service”]
[Upbeat music plays.]
[A Toyota vehicle stops at a stop sign. A graphic shows the different brake components.]
Narrator: Brakes are part of a complex system designed to bring a vehicle to a safe stop, and are made up of components like calipers, rotors, pads, shoes and drums.
[An animated graphic shows brake fluid flowing to the wheels and arrows showing the point of friction.]
When you press down on your brake pedal, the caliper applies pressure to the brake pads which are forced against the brake rotor, causing friction and slowing down the vehicle.
These parts require regular inspection and periodic servicing for continued safe and smooth operation.
[A caption reads: “What happens to my brakes?”]
[Toyota vehicles drive in different weather and road conditions.]
Driving in winter conditions may lead to rust forming on brake components, mountainous terrains can result in high brake temperatures and gravel or muddy roads may contaminate components.
[A Toyota technician inspects brakes on a hoisted Toyota vehicle. Its brakes shows some rust.]
These conditions put a strain on your brake system and can cause brake noise, vibration and premature or uneven wear.
[A Toyota vehicle drives into a Toyota service centre. A customer speaks with a service advisor.]
When you bring your vehicle into your dealership, a service advisor will suggest having the vehicle inspected according to factory recommendations and your vehicle’s service history.
[A Toyota technician checks off a list after inspecting the brakes.]
As part of the recommended maintenance inspection, technicians will inspect your brake system thoroughly. This may identify a need for additional preventative vehicle maintenance, like a brake service.
[The technician reviews the list with the Toyota service advisor.]
Technicians will advise whether brake components require servicing, replacement, or whether they are in good condition and require no additional maintenance.
[A caption reads: “What’s involved in a brake service?”]
Your Service Advisor or technician will inform you if a brake service is recommended, and will explain what’s included in the service.
[A Toyota technician dismantles, removes and cleans a Toyota vehicle’s brakes.]
A brake service involves cleaning brake components like your rotors, brake pads and calipers, removing excessive rust, deglazing certain braking components, and then putting them back together.
[The wheel is reinstalled on the Toyota vehicle. A Toyota vehicle backs out of the service centre.]
This service is designed to clean and restore the braking system and ensure it’s functioning at an optimal level.
[A caption reads: “A road test is part of the service.”]
As part of the brake service, your technician will road test the vehicle to ensure the braking system is functioning properly.
A brake service will help extend brake component longevity, promote even wear and smooth operation, and provide peace of mind.
See your Service Advisor for details.
[Upbeat music fades to silence.]