When to replace the Brake Pads on your LEXUS RX
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_) 350 (GSU30_), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 350 AWD (GSU35_), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 300 (MCU35_), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 400h AWD (MHU38_), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 330 (MCU38_), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 330 AWD (MCU38), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 400h AWD (MHU38_), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 400h (MHU38_) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front brake pads / front brake pad set on LEXUS RX400h 2 (XU30) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Tools
Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. Tools you'll 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
Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. Professionals recommend:
  • 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.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
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    Press down the pop clips of the protective cover.
  3. Step 3
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    Remove the protective cover. Use a flat screwdriver.
  4. Step 4
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    Remove the engine cover. Use a flat screwdriver.
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the fuse box cover.
  6. Step 6
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    Detach the ABS relay.
    Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. AUTODOC recommends:
    Remove the part in strict adherence to the car wiring diagram.
  7. Step 7
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  8. Step 8
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #21.
  9. Step 9
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  10. Step 10
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  11. Step 11
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    Remove the wheel.
  12. Step 12
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  13. Step 13
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  14. Step 14
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #14.
  15. Step 15
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    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.
  16. Step 16
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  17. Step 17
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    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.
  18. Step 18
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    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 from AUTODOC:
    Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
  19. Step 19
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    Install new brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. Professionals recommend:
    Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
  20. Step 20
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – Lexus RX XU30. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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