Disc & Drum: Description

Hydraulic brake system uses tandem master cylinder with vacuum power assist servo. Power assist servos vary with different models. Camry and Corolla FWD models use vacuum pump, which is mounted on back of alternator, to provide vacuum to power assist servo.

Cressida, Supra, MR2 and some Celica models are equipped with 4-wheel disc brakes. Corolla RWD is available with either rear drum or rear disc brakes. All other models are equipped with front disc and rear drum brakes. Rear brakes on all models are self-adjusting.

Parking brake lever mechanically activates rear brakes on all models. On all models with rear drum brakes, cable applies rear shoes. On Corolla RWD models with rear disc brakes and on MR2 models, parking brake applies rear pads. On Celica, Cressida and Supra models, parking brake applies 2 small shoes against machined surface on inside diameter of rotor hat.