Just about every Toyota and Scion vehicle has one of two -- Toyota Camry, Scion tC, you name it. One is disc and the other is drum. Disc brakes are made up of brake rotors, brake calipers, and brake pads. Drum brakes contain brake drums and brake shoes.

What Do Brakes Do?

They generate friction, the resistance that a vehicle uses to slow down and stop.

How Do Brakes Work?

Although both kinds of systems function a little differently, the end result is the same. When you step on the brake pedal, the rotors in disc brake systems clamp to the calipers, with the pads between. The shoes in drum brake systems, on the other hand, fasten to the drums. Behind this, however, the brake pistons engage and travel the bore in the master brake cylinder, pressurize the brake fluid, and send it through brake hoses and lines.

When Should You Replace Brake Parts?

To determine that, inspect the condition of each: the brake pedal, fluid, lines, hoses, and assemblies and the parking brake. If anything needs to be changed, take care of the job ASAP. Otherwise, look for the signs it's likely time to do so. They include warning lights on the dash, shuddering, pulling sideways, grinding, weak brake grip, a soft or low brake pedal, and longer-than-usual slowing and stopping times.

Before buying anything new, though, be sure it's the genuine OEM article.

Why Buy Genuine Toyota & Scion Brakes vs. Aftermarket?

What each brand designs for its many models, from Toyota for its Highlander SUVs to Scion for its xB hatchbacks, comes compatible with them specifically. That's not always the case with aftermarket brake systems.

Where and How Do I Order OEM Replacement Brake Parts for Toyota & Scion Vehicles Online?

At our auto parts store, and by browsing our catalog by make, model, and model year. We carry plenty of affordable options, many priced less than MSRP, and, of course, you'll save even more on labor costs taking care of repairs or upgrades yourself. Buy now, and we'll ship promptly to any address in the nation. Consult our shipping, returns, and cancellations policies pages for more details, and don't hesitate to get in touch with us, should you have questions or need advice while you shop. One of our knowledgeable parts specialists will be glad to help.