Front and Rear Brake change......
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Hey guys I was going to pick up my Front and Rear brake pads at Lexus of Kendall... I will most likely install them myself because they told me it would be 500$... If anyone has changed them, can you rate how difficult it was from 1-10 ?
I remember seeing a DIY brake change on IS 350... It should be very similar in changing the GS350 brakes, right ???? Also if you have any tips and tricks can you please share with me... Thanks a lot I would appreciate all the help...
I remember seeing a DIY brake change on IS 350... It should be very similar in changing the GS350 brakes, right ???? Also if you have any tips and tricks can you please share with me... Thanks a lot I would appreciate all the help...
Last edited by ReyRey305; 03-04-10 at 02:52 PM.
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Well since no one replied I went ahead and changed my brakes back to OEM brakes.. I had the"dustless" pads and they produced horrible squeeling noises ![Thumb Down](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/thumbsdown.gif)
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I just simply followed the IS350 brake change DIY thread... I bought all necessary stuff for around 70$ (including front brakes). I have never changed brakes before, I would have to say it was not difficult at all.
The hardest part was using the C-Clamp to compress, and insert new pads.
I just test drove my car around the neighbor hood and I got to say I am very excited I did not destroy my car LOL![Big Grin](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
Here are a few tips for any one that wants to replace front pads....
1. Print out the DIY thread in the IS350 forum
2. Place jack in proper position.
2. Be organized when you remove stuff
3. Have patience
4. Try not to do it alone.
5. Dont loose the small Pin
Here is an image where I placed the jacks... If you look under by the side skirt you will see a thin beam that has two slits in it. That is the spot to place jack. ( I used 2 jacks just in case because my driveway has a slight incline from left to right.)
![](http://www.lakeside11.org/lexus/jack.jpg)
DO NOT LOOSE THIS PIECE, ITS VERY EASY TO MISPLACE
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If any one has any question or needs help in the Miami area, feel free to send me a message or post on this thread...
Thanks
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I just simply followed the IS350 brake change DIY thread... I bought all necessary stuff for around 70$ (including front brakes). I have never changed brakes before, I would have to say it was not difficult at all.
The hardest part was using the C-Clamp to compress, and insert new pads.
I just test drove my car around the neighbor hood and I got to say I am very excited I did not destroy my car LOL
![Big Grin](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
Here are a few tips for any one that wants to replace front pads....
1. Print out the DIY thread in the IS350 forum
2. Place jack in proper position.
2. Be organized when you remove stuff
3. Have patience
4. Try not to do it alone.
5. Dont loose the small Pin
Here is an image where I placed the jacks... If you look under by the side skirt you will see a thin beam that has two slits in it. That is the spot to place jack. ( I used 2 jacks just in case because my driveway has a slight incline from left to right.)
![](http://www.lakeside11.org/lexus/jack.jpg)
DO NOT LOOSE THIS PIECE, ITS VERY EASY TO MISPLACE
![](http://www.lakeside11.org/lexus/pin.jpg)
If any one has any question or needs help in the Miami area, feel free to send me a message or post on this thread...
Thanks
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Did you replace just the front pads, and perhaps shims? Something more?
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Glad everything went well for you.
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Previously you had posted this:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/5250930-post13.html
Did you replace just the front pads, and perhaps shims? Something more?
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/5250930-post13.html
Did you replace just the front pads, and perhaps shims? Something more?
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maybe there are no replies since its been covered already
I know I have posted the answer to this more then once. Everything you asked I know I have answered in previous threads. This is why we need a master "sticky" thread for the 3gs section as the ISx50 section has.
Glad everything went well for you.
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Glad everything went well for you.
I just wanted some tips and tricks for beginners that had never changed brakes before.
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Everything was the same for GS350...
Here is the link if u need it...
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sus...g-caliper.html
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