Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 400h (MHU38_), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 400h AWD (MHU38_), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 330 AWD (MCU38), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 330 (MCU38_), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 400h AWD (MHU38_), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 300 (MCU35_), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 350 AWD (GSU35_), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 350 (GSU30_) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear brake pads on LEXUS RX400h 2 (XU30) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) and other LEXUS models

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Brake pad set

Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. Tools you might need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      WD-40 spray
                    
                      Brake cleaner 
                    
                      Anti-squeal paste
                    
                      Copper grease 
                    
                      Combination spanner #14
                    
                      Drive socket # 14 
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #21
                    
                      Brake caliper wind back tool
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Flat Screwdriver
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. AUTODOC recommends:

Perform the replacement of brake pads in complete set for each axis. This provides effective braking.
The replacement procedure is identical for all brake pads on the same axle.
Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – Lexus RX XU30.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 2

Press down the pop clips of the protective cover.
Step 3

Remove the protective cover. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 4

Remove the engine cover. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 5

Remove the fuse box cover.
Step 6

Detach the ABS relay.

Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. Tip:
Remove the part in strict adherence to the car wiring diagram.
Step 7

Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 8

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #21.
Step 9

Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
Step 10

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Lexus RX XU30
Step 11

Remove the wheel.
Step 12

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 13

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.

Step 14

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #14.
Step 15

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. AUTODOC experts recommend:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 16

Remove the brake caliper. Use a crowbar.

Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. Tip from AUTODOC:
Tie the caliper to the suspension or to the body with a wire without disconnecting from the brake hose to prevent depressurization of the brake system.Make sure that the brake caliper is not hanging on the brake hose.Don't press the brake pedal after the brake caliper has been removed. As a result, the piston can fall out from the brake cylinder, and brake fluid leakage and depressurization of the system may occur. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 17

Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.

Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 18

Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 19

Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.

Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. Tip:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 20

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. AUTODOC recommends:
Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 21

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. Tip from AUTODOC:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 22

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 23

Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use a drive socket #14. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 35 Nm torque.
Step 24

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 25

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 26

Install the wheel.

Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. AUTODOC experts recommend:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 27

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #21.
Step 28

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #21. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 103 Nm torque.
Step 29

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 30

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.

AUTODOC recommends:
Lexus RX XU30 – Press the brake pedal several times with the engine shut down until you feel the resistance built up.
Step 31

Attach the ABS relay.

Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. Professionals recommend:
Install the part in strict adherence to the car wiring diagram.
Step 32

Install the fuse box cover.
Step 33

Install the engine cover.
Step 34

Install the protective cover.
Step 35

Reinstall the pop clips of the protective cover.
Step 36

Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. AUTODOC recommends:
Slow down smoothly for first 150-200 km after the brake pads replacement. Avoid unneccessary and sharp braking to a stop.

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