Front brakes...Need Help

[her-truck]

Okay, I have an 03 4runner limited V8....I noticed that I have a front rotor that looks burnt. And the pads seem really low. How do I change the pads.

I noticed that theres 4 bolts on the caliper itself and I have changed brakes before...But It seemed two of the bolts actually held the caliper together???

ANY ADVICE WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED

Thanks,

Corey

 

[04 sc V8]

The calipers don't need to come off unless the pistons won't compress or you want to turn/replace the rotors. There are 2 pins in each caliper that hold the pads in place. Simply remove the clips from the back side of the pins, drive them out with a straight punch and slide the pads and shims out. It's a very easy job. It should take longer to jack up the truck, remove the wheels and put it on stands than it will to just change the pads.