On the occasions it occurs it is usually in older systems (say pre 1990). It can be caused by new pads being overheated when new - the binding resins in the friction compound lift to the surface, glaze the pad and the points of squeal can be seen as polished areas. Remedy - deglaze the pad by flatting off say 0.5-1.00mm on a medium/fine abrasive paper. Then clean the disc similarly (or use wire wool/brake cleaner fluid) with a stroking motion following the 'grain' of the disc.

Several solutions: Install new Toyota brake pads; install aftermarket brake pads specific to this application; switch to more traditional iron rotors (on the 2002 that came with Al rotors). Adding anti-squeal grease to the back of the pads, and chamfering the edges of the pads is also likely to help the situation regardless of which "fix" is chosen. Aftermarket options: The RAYBESTOS PG-D562QS (~$45) are specifically indicated for the 1999 Rav4EV with Al rotors. See similar questions...

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The most common reason for low pedal after brake service is improper adjustment of the rear drum/shoe or disc brake assembly. See similar questions...

A spongy pedal is an indication that air is still present in the brake system. Follow proper brake bleeding procedures and sequences. Use a plastic mallet to lightly tap hydraulic components to help free entrapped air bubbles from inner walls of calipers and wheel cylinders. See similar questions...

lower cost brake pads wear or carbonise at temperatures found in braking, dust is released. Many pad manufacturers use materials that cause dust in their pads. EBC Greenstuff contains NONE of these, hence pads run cleaner. Greenstuff pads do not surface carbonise until 900-1000°F so in normal use dust is almost entirely eliminated. Any dust that is generated in performance use is easily wiped / washed away without damage to alloy wheels. See similar questions...

Occasionally, a few Tigers comes from the factory with too little free play at the rear brake lever. When the bike is cold, the lever appears to have enough freeplay. However, when the pads/discs/fluid warms after a few applications, the fluid expands, pushes the master cylinder piston back, which uses up all the free play... . The rear master cylinder piston can't move any further, so the caliper piston obligingly moves for it, and the pads start dragging on the disc. See similar questions...

In the old days, brake pads were made of asbestos, which, a few years ago, was outlawed by the federal government. Most brake pads now are made of hard, semi-metallic materials. One result is that brake squeal has become common, as the hard brake pad grinds on the steel rotor. This is normal and is not necessarily an indication of brake failure. On the other hand, squealing brakes may also mean your pads are worn out, and the metal behind the pad is scraping against the rotor. See similar questions...

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Clessie L. Cummins, founder of the Cummins Engine Company, drove across the United States to demonstrate the viability of diesel engines in 1931. While descending Cajon pass in California, the foundation brakes on his vehicle faded and he and the crew of his truck were nearly killed. Shortly after this experience Clessie first conceived the idea of using the engine to slow a vehicle going down hill. See similar questions...

In the old days, brake pads were made of asbestos, which, a few years ago, was outlawed by the federal government. Now most brake pads now are made of hard, semi-metallic materials. One result is that brake squeal has become common, as the hard brake pad grinds on the steel rotor. A vibration occurs which transmits as a squeal type noise. This is especially noticeable after wet weather. This is normal and is not necessarily an indication of brake failure. See similar questions...

Exhaust brakes are widely used in the medium/heavy duty truck market, and Allison publishes guidelines for integrating exhaust brake controls with the TCM. This integration is necessary so that the transmission can alter its shift characteristics to maximize the exhaust brake's effectiveness and not adversely affect transmission operation when the exhaust brake is not in use. Allison Engineering has tested one manufacturer's aftermarket exhaust brake on a Duramax equipped pickup. See similar questions...

The spindle drive belts are loose. Tighten the belt tension by dropping the height of the main motor plate. See similar questions...