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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Toyota Corolla AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Toyota Corolla cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Toyota -> Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Except Sienna -> Inspection -> Master Cylinder -> Overhaul -> Sienna -> Wheel Cylinders
Vehicle: 2003 Toyota Corolla 1.8 L4 GAS

Master Cylinder

Except Sienna
Disassemble

For the following procedures, refer to Fig. for assistance.

  • Remove master cylinder boot.
  • Remove setscrew and reservoir tank, then the cap and strainer from reservoir.
  • Remove two grommets and place cylinder in vise.
  • Push piston in and remove stopper bolt, Fig. .
  • Push pistons in and remove snap ring, then No. 1 piston carefully by hand.
  • Place cylinder on edges of two wooden blocks and tap on cylinder until No. 2 piston comes out.
Inspection

Clean components with compressed air. Inspect cylinder bore for rust and scoring. Also, inspect for wear or ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Toyota Corolla AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Toyota Corolla cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Toyota -> Front Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> 2WD -> 4Runner -> Avalon, Camry, Camry Solara, Corolla, Celica, Highlander, MR2 & Sienna -> Echo & RAV4 -> Land Cruiser -> Overhaul -> Replace -> Sequoia & Tundra -> Tacoma
Vehicle: 2003 Toyota Corolla 1.8 L4 GAS

Avalon, Camry, Camry Solara, Corolla, Celica, Highlander, MR2 & Sienna

Replace
  • Raise and support vehicle and remove front wheel.
  • Remove union bolt and disconnect brake hose. Use suitable container to catch brake fluid.
  • Remove caliper, Figs. through .
  • Remove anti-squeal shims and brake pad wear indicator plates.
  • Remove support plates.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
Overhaul
  • Remove caliper.
  • Remove the following components:
    • Caliper slide bushings.
    • Dust boots.
    • Collars.
  • Remove caliper boot set ring and boot.
  • Place suitable rag between caliper and piston and using compressed air, remove pistons.
  • Remo...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Toyota Corolla AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Toyota Corolla cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Toyota -> Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> Brake Booster Overhaul -> Brake Booster, Replace -> Except Sequoia, Sienna & Tundra -> Installation -> Removal -> Sequoia & Tundra -> Sienna
Vehicle: 2003 Toyota Corolla 1.8 L4 GAS

Brake Booster, Replace

Except Sequoia, Sienna & Tundra
Removal
  • Remove master cylinder as outlined under .
  • Remove charcoal vapor canister as required.
  • Remove brake booster vacuum hose.
  • Remove pedal return spring, clip, clevis pin and clevis locknut, Fig. .
  • Remove brake booster nuts. Pull out booster and gasket.
Installation
  • Adjust length of booster pushrod as follows:
    • Install gasket on master cylinder.
    • Install brake booster pushrod gauge tool No. 09737-00010, or equivalent, on gasket.
    • Lower pin until its tip slightly touches the piston.
    • Turn gauge tool upside down and set it on boos...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Toyota Corolla AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Toyota Corolla cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Toyota -> Rear Disc & Parking Brakes -> Brake Pad Service -> 2003-04 -> 2005 -> Avalon -> Camry, Camry Solara & Sienna -> Celica, Corolla, & MR2 -> Highlander & RAV4 -> Land Cruiser, Sequoia & 4Runner -> Matrix
Vehicle: 2003 Toyota Corolla 1.8 L4 GAS

Avalon

2003-04
  • Raise and support rear of vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Remove caliper attaching bolts, then the caliper, Fig. . Do not allow caliper to hang unsupported or damage to the brake hose may occur.
  • Remove pads and anti-squeal shim(s).
  • Remove anti-rattle springs, pad guide plates and support plate.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
2005
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove rear wheel.
  • Remove union bolt, gasket and flexible hose from brake caliper,
  • Remove slide pin and caliper, Fig. .
  • Remove brake pads, brake pad support plate and shims.
  • Reverse procedure to install...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Toyota Corolla AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Toyota Corolla cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Toyota -> Power Brake Units -> Adjustments -> Brake Pedal Height & Freeplay
Vehicle: 2003 Toyota Corolla 1.8 L4 GAS

Brake Pedal Height & Freeplay

Refer to Fig. for pedal height and freeplay references.

  • Loosen stop light switch, then the clevis locknut.
  • Adjust pedal height by turning pushrod.
  • Tighten locknut an...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Toyota Corolla AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Toyota Corolla cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Toyota -> Front Disc Brakes -> Brake Pad Service -> 2WD -> 4Runner -> 4WD -> Avalon, Camry, Camry Solara, Corolla, Celica, Highlander, Matrix, MR2 & Sienna -> Disc, Replace -> Echo & RAV4 -> Land Cruiser -> Sequoia & Tundra -> Tacoma
Vehicle: 2003 Toyota Corolla 1.8 L4 GAS

Avalon, Camry, Camry Solara, Corolla, Celica, Highlander, Matrix, MR2 & Sienna

  • Remove front wheel and reinstall lug nuts to locate disc temporarily.
  • Remove caliper from torque plate and suspend so brake hose is not under tension. Do not disconnect brake hose.
  • Refer to Figs. through , and remove the following components:
    • Brake pads.
    • Anti-squeal shims.
    • Pad wear indicator plates.
    • Support plates.
    • Anti-squeal springs.
  • Install new pad support plates.
  • Install new pad wear indicator plates on each pad with arrow pointing in direction of disc rotation.
  • Install new anti-squeal shims on each pad.
  • I...

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