AJL0365

Well my RX is letting me know about my brakes by an annoying sound and i just whanted to know what type name brand of pads do you get for a RX in the front and rear. dont know much about brakes except that they help you to stop so any information will be much appriciated.

AJ

VVT-i

I recommend Lexus brake pads. Aftermarket are good,but some manufacturer used hard compound and it will be hard on your rotors.

Hint: Lexus brake pads for the 2001 RX have cutted groove designed on one corner of the pads. Make sure the cutted part is facing up.

LexFather

I agree 100%.

AJL0365

thanks people, i looked in the manual of course and didnt tell me squat. only thing it said is about the warning noises the car makes when it need new ones. goin to the dealership tomorrow morning.

TunedRX300

Lexus replacement front pads do not have wear indicators, instead they are integrated with front shims. This means you better use shims that came with your car forever.
Semi metallic pad dusts are corrosive, my RX's silver rims got those aluminum bubbles forming under the clear paint. Dealer said OEM pads is to blame and of course said Lexus won't cover wheels.
I have Akebono Ceramic Pads, not a single squeak after 6 months, less dust and better stopping.

AJL0365

haha sorry my b i meant that sqweking noise when u try to stop, but we got new brakes front in rear. Lexus said it would be 275 bucks for it, so of course my father took it toyota and got it dont there, but it was 350 something bucks total, labor was like 200 bucks at toyota, but they did put toyota parts on it, not aftermarket, thats what the toyota lady said, but thanks for all yall help!

AJ