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What I think may have happened is when I was using a flathead screwdriver to push it in, I may have used too much force or whatnot. It was moving at first, then it got stuck as I was pushing it around. Is this enough info to see if it's really a damaged caliper or simply a rebuild kit with...

Thanks for the great idea. I will get the floor dollies to roll it inside. Also, I'll stop by the dealership and get a caliper rebuild and brake fluid to work on that. Worst case at least I can give it a go tomorrow. Thank you!

My car is stuck with the garage part open though. What do you think I can do to get it inside? Would a brake caliper rebuild be enough so I can drive it a few inches forward? I can probably do that on my own.

If there is a DIY I could follow that, but other than that I would need to get help.

Yea it just leaked a bit around the pistons. My rubber seals are all messed up now. But it seems to have stopped.

I pumped it without the pads in.

Hi, I'm currently in the middle of a front brake pad replacement on my 2015 4Runner 44k miles, first time doing any brake service on the car Lots of city driving. Driver side was a breeze. Now the passenger side while compressing back the piston to put in the pads. One of the pistons got...

State Farm. They're saying State Farm is tough to deal with and is not very flexible with the repairs. Trying to cut corners pretty much. Lady who hit me is also State Farm as well.

An update on the situation: First, would like to thank all the members for their suggestions. Extremely helpful! Regarding diminished value, that is something that will be taken care of with the insurance company once the repair is actually completed. The problem I am running into now is...

Appreciate all the helpful advice from everyone here! Just wanted to update that I am going to the insurance company's shop to get an estimate on the damage. Also, airbags did not deploy during the hit. After, I plan to bring it to Longo Toyota Collision Repair Center and get them to repair...

Thank you! Appreciate this! We are both under State Farm, so I will bring this up during the estimate process and see what they have to say.

It's my first time in an accident like this, so was wondering what I should do. I'm going to bring it in for a preliminary repair estimate. There's a good Toyota Collision Repair Center around me, but seems even with a 100% good repair. My car is still gonna have this looming. Any advice?

Hi, So yesterday was driving down the street and a lady runs into me as she's trying to merge in the lane. Everyone is okay, but looks like my car has a lot of damage. My car is a 2015 4Runner Limited with about 46k miles. Is this a salavage? Seems my car is gonna take a hit if i I ever plan...

I was so exhausted today I wrote the wrong part. It was the drivers side window. I appreciate the offer! Thank you!

Driver Side Window Replacement Hi All, Unfortunately my 2015 4Runner was a victim of vandalism and they shattered my driver's side window. Does anyone know an estimate on how much to repair and recommendations around southern california to get the repair done? Is this worth claiming...