autodriver

Do you know Toyota/Lexus Disc Brake made of (type of material)?

1. Polymer?
2. Semi-metallic?
3. Ceramic?
4. ???

saber

I know Toyota/Lexus does not use metallic or semi-metallic pads because they are too prone to squeaking and squeeling and wear down the brake rotor too fast.

nthach

they could be non-asbestos organic.

Lexkost

I know that the LS400's use Ceramic pads.

CdeFabio

Does anyone know about the GX 470? I have noticed there is very little, if any brake dust on the wheels when I clean them.

autodriver

I was told, not sure though, most new vehicles use ceramic disk brakes because they are quiet. I don't know about ceramic brakes' efficiency. GX470 probably also uses ceramic disc brakes and produces less dust but not none. It is better that you don't inhale.

"... but I didn't inhale ..."
--- William Clinton

CdeFabio

Thanks for the reply. That's what I was thinking as well, the next time I am at my dealer I will ask them and if I get a definite answer I will post here.