Toyota 4Runner Tire and Brake Repair Services

Advice On Your Quote

1. Mount, Install & Balance 4 Tires

Original Quote:

• Labor:
  • Mount Tires: $107.05
  • Balance Tires: $107.05
• Parts:
  • Yokohama 245/60R20 Tires (4): $962.68
  • Wheel Weights (8): $15.68
• Total: $1,192.46

Labor Analysis:
Mount and balance for all four tires is $214.10. Our research suggests tire install and balance takes 1-2 hours. At $155-$175/hr, this is fair—maybe even on the low side for the Bay Area.

Parts Analysis:
Yokohama 245/60R20 tires are priced at $962.68 for four, or about $240/tire. Online and local prices for good all-season Yokohamas in that size run $250-$275/tire at most big shops like Tire Rack or Discount Tire, so this is in line or slightly better.
Wheel weights charge is reasonable.

Upsells?
No clear upsell here; this is a normal charge for a new set of tires and install.

2. Alignment, Four Wheel

Original Quote:

• Labor: Alignment Inspection: $149.00
• Total: $149.00

Labor Analysis:
A four-wheel alignment is a common $120-$180 charge in the Bay Area, so this is right in the middle. That’s what you’ll see at reputable independents and most chain shops.

Upsells?
None; an alignment is standard after getting new tires.

3. Disc Brake Pads & Rotors (Front)

Original Quote:

• Labor: Remove & Replace Pads & Rotors: $347.92
• Parts:
  • Brake Pad Set: $138.73
  • Front Rotors (2): $364.24
  • Brake Kleen: $5.00
• Total: $855.89

Labor Analysis:
2-3 hours for all front brakes is expected. $347.92 divided by our labor rates ($155-$175/hr) is just over 2 hours, which is right.

Parts Analysis:

• Brake Pads: $138.73 is pretty high for standard pads, but about right for Toyota OEM or premium performance pads.
• Rotors: $364.24 for two is $182/rotor. That’s high for generics but about in line for Toyota-branded or premium coated rotors. Many “good” aftermarket rotors sell for $50–$120 each; Toyota OEMs are typically higher.
• Brake Kleen: $5 is totally normal.

Upsells?
Rotors at every brake change can sometimes be an upsell, but more shops are doing this now, especially with trucks/SUVs. If your rotors are truly worn or scored, there’s good reason to replace both pads and rotors together. If the rotors are only lightly worn, turning (resurfacing) or leaving them could save money, so you might want to confirm with the shop if yours really need replacement.

4. Cabin Air Filter

Original Quote:

• Labor: $26.76
• Parts: $39.53
• Total: $66.29

Labor Analysis:
$26.76 is about 0.2 hours at $155/hr, so fair for a really quick job. Some shops waive labor when doing other work, but this isn’t uncommon.

Parts Analysis:
$39.53 for a cabin air filter is double or triple what you’d pay online ($10–$20), or even at some parts stores. It’s a classic upsell area.

Upsells?
Absolutely. Cabin filters are an easy and common upsell, and the break is usually on the part price.

Grand Total: $2,263.64

Overall Assessment:

• Fair Market For Area? Generally yes, especially for a reputable shop in the Peninsula, where labor and parts markups run high.
• Potential Upsells: The cabin air filter is the biggest "easy money" upsell here. Brake rotors are worth double-checking if they're truly necessary.
• Where You Could Save:
  • Cabin Air Filter: DIY and save $40+.
  • Brakes: Ask about aftermarket rotors/pads or get a second opinion.
  • Tires: Shop for tire deals or call a couple of independent tire stores, but the quote here is reasonable.