T-SB-0001-22 Rev

T-SB-0001-22
Rev1
January 4, 2022
Front Brake Squeal/Squeak Noise
Service
Category
Brake
Section
Brake (front)
Market USA
Applicability
YEAR(S)
MODEL(S)
2019 - 2023
RAV4, RAV4 HV
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
REVISION NOTICE
December 02, 2022 Rev1:
 Applicability has been updated to include 2022 – 2023 model year RAV4 and
RAV4 Hybrid vehicles.
 The Parts Information section has been updated.
Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded.
Introduction
Some 2019 – 2023 model year RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a squeal/squeak
noise from the front brakes with light to moderate braking. Follow the Repair Procedure in this
bulletin to address this condition.
Warranty Information
OP CODE
DESCRIPTION
TIME
OFP
T1
T2
BR1929
R & R Front Anti Squeal Shim Kit (Both Sides)
0.8
04945-#####*
36
99
*Warranty claim MUST be submitted with the correct 10-digit OFP. Choose the correct OFP for the vehicle being repaired
by searching for the parts in the Electronic Parts Catalog using the VIN filter.
APPLICABLE WARRANTY
 This repair is covered under the Toyota Basic Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 36 months
or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle’s in-service date.
 Warranty application is limited to occurrence of the specified condition described in
this bulletin.
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Front Brake Squeal/Squeak Noise
Parts Information
PART NUMBER
PREVIOUS
NEW
04945-0E071
04945-33300
04945-42100
04945-76010
PART NAME
QTY
Shim Kit, Anti Squeal, Front
1
Repair Procedure
1. Confirm the condition exists.
Does the vehicle exhibit a squeal/squeak noise from the front brakes with light to
moderate braking?

YES — Continue to step 2.

NO — This bulletin does NOT apply. Continue diagnosis using the applicable
Repair Manual.
2. Replace BOTH front anti-squeal shim kits.
A. Remove BOTH front anti-squeal shim kits.
Refer to TIS, applicable model and model year Repair Manual:
 2019 / 2020 / 2021 / 2022 / 2023 RAV4:
General – Maintenance – “Maintenance: Front Disc Brake Pad: Removal”
 2019 / 2020 / 2021 / 2022 / 2023 RAV4 HV:
General – Maintenance – “Maintenance: Front Disc Brake Pad: Removal”
B. Install a NEW front anti-squeal shim kit for each front side.
NOTE
The grease should NOT leak out from the sides of the shims when assembled.
Refer to TIS, applicable model and model year Repair Manual:
 2019 – 2021 / 2022 – 2023 RAV4:
General – Maintenance – “Maintenance: Front Disc Brake Pad: Installation”
 2019 – 2021 / 2022 – 2023 RAV4 HV:
General – Maintenance – “Maintenance: Front Disc Brake Pad: Installation”
3. Test-drive the vehicle and brake at low speeds to confirm the vehicle no longer exhibits a
squeal/squeak noise.
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