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14-WC370112• Rear Right• Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder
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GeoBrakes carries OEM-grade drum brake wheel cylinders confirmed to fit the Toyota Rav4, the hydraulic actuators at the top of each drum brake assembly that convert brake fluid pressure into the mechanical force that pushes the Rav4 shoes against the drum. Available in new and remanufactured options for your Rav4, every cylinder is bored to OEM specifications
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10 items in stock
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The drum brake wheel cylinder on the Toyota Rav4 is the hydraulic component that actuates your Rav4 drum brake shoes every time you press the brake pedal. Brake fluid pressure from the master cylinder enters the Rav4 wheel cylinder and acts equally on two opposed pistons, pushing them outward simultaneously toward each shoe on the Toyota Rav4. A leaking Rav4 wheel cylinder actively bleeds hydraulic pressure from the brake circuit and contaminates the brake shoes with fluid, both of which directly compromise your ability to stop the Toyota Rav4.
Toyota Rav4 drum brake wheel cylinders are particularly vulnerable to corrosion in American road salt conditions. Salt water penetrates the dust boots over time on the Rav4, attacking the cylinder bore surface. Once the Toyota Rav4 bore is pitted, new piston cup seals cannot maintain a leak-free seal. Internally corroded Rav4 cylinders must be replaced, not rebuilt. Vehicles in high-salt urban environments often require Rav4 wheel cylinder replacement on the same service interval as brake shoes.
GeoBrakes stocks both new OEM-specification wheel cylinders and quality remanufactured units for the Toyota Rav4. New cylinders are the stronger choice for Rav4 vehicles in high-corrosion environments. Remanufactured units offer excellent value for Toyota Rav4 vehicles in moderate conditions where the original bore was sound. Our vehicle selector confirms the correct Rav4 cylinder, right bore diameter, port location, and mounting configuration, for your Rav4 drum brake assembly before purchase.
Can I drive my Toyota Rav4 with a leaking wheel cylinder?
No. A leaking Rav4 cylinder actively loses hydraulic pressure from the brake circuit, reducing stopping force on your Toyota Rav4 over time. Brake fluid that reaches the Rav4 shoes renders the friction material ineffective. A leaking Toyota Rav4 wheel cylinder is an immediate safety concern that requires urgent attention.
Should I replace both wheel cylinders on my Toyota Rav4 at the same time?
Yes. If one Rav4 cylinder has leaked or seized due to age and corrosion, the cylinder on the opposite side of the Toyota Rav4 has experienced identical conditions and is at a similar stage of deterioration. Replacing both ensures balanced hydraulic pressure on your Rav4 and avoids a second service call within months.
Do I need to bleed the brakes on my Toyota Rav4 after replacing a wheel cylinder?
Yes. Replacing a Rav4 wheel cylinder opens the hydraulic circuit, allowing air to enter. After installation on the Toyota Rav4, the entire rear brake circuit must be bled to remove all air and restore a firm, consistent brake pedal on your Rav4.