Brake Pads

Brake Pads 101

What they are. They're the textured plates on the brake calipers in your Toyota or Scion vehicle's disc brake system.

What they do. They rub against the brake rotors, producing the friction that slows the vehicle's wheels down and stops its tires.

What types there are. Organic (for the everyday), metallic (also called semi-metallic), ceramic, and the ultimate in durability and stopping power, carbon-fiber.

When to change them. That depends on how you drive and where. Most often, though, it's every 40,000 miles or so. You shouldn't let replacement go any longer than every 50,000 miles, though. You can also take care of it when certain symptoms appear.

The signs they're going bad. Look for damaged or worn-out pad surfaces, rotors that are warped, and warning lights flashing on the dashboard and listen for whining and grinding noises. Feel for vibrations during braking, and keep an eye out for slowing down and stopping taking a lot longer than it usually does. See any of these? Do an inspection and change any brake pads required accordingly. When you order new ones, be sure to get the genuine article.

Why Buy Genuine OEM Brake Pads vs. Off-Brand?

They're manufactured compatible with your model specifically, whether it's a Scion SUV, a Toyota car or truck, or otherwise. That assurance, you may not get on the brake pads aftermarket.

Where to Order Replacement Brake Pads for Toyota & Scion Vehicles Online

The selection in our auto parts catalog is priced well below retail. Just be sure to browse it with your brand, model and model year selected; it's the easiest way to find pads that fit. Otherwise, you can search for what you need by part number, or by entering your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). We'll even verify your VIN before checkout, so you can be sure what you're ordering is what's compatible.

Looking to learn more about our shipping, returns, and cancellations policies? For one, we ship all across the US, with most in-stock orders leaving our warehouse in 24 hours or so. Out-of-stock orders usually go out in as few as 2-3 business days (sometimes, 5 to 6 days, but not often). Overnight shipping is an option, and local pickup at our N. Semoran Blvd location in Winter Park FL may be available if your order qualifies. Need to make a return, or perhaps cancel an order altogether? It's hassle-free. Just get in touch with us; we'll start the process.

Order now, and we'll get your brake pads out to your address before you know it. Of course, if you've got a question or concern about them, or you need some specialized buying advice, our team of parts experts is at your service. You can contact us anytime.