2.4 D 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.4 L 78 HP engine (1994.1–2005.7)
11.69 in11.69 in297 mm
2.4 D 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.4 L 82 HP engine (1988.8–2005.7)
11.69 in11.69 in297 mm
All other modifications
10.71 in10.71 in272 mm
expand_moreRear axle brake lining thickness
All other modifications
0.22 in0.22 in5.5 mm
Rear axle minimal brake lining thickness
0.039 in0.039 in1 mm
Brake system is the most important system in your 1996 HiLux Pickup. Check pads and disks from time to time and replace them as they worn below minimum thickness allowed by Toyota.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1996 Toyota HiLux Pickup user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Toyota warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Toyota HiLux Pickup service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 1996 Toyota HiLux Pickup you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
1996 Toyota HiLux Pickup generations
In 1996 Toyota offered 2 generations of the HiLux Pickup. Brake system specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.