How To Replace Brake Pads - Lexus RX330 - Easy DIY!

[@p1re9lu9de2]

This video made the job a breeze. Thanks for the bungee cord trick and the clear concise video with sizes n everything.

[@CountryLivingExperience]

Awesome. Glad it was helpful

[@oromar1959]

Awesome. Right on target! Doin’ my tomorrow. Thanks for taking the time to make this video!

[@CountryLivingExperience]

You're welcome

[@occocaubai..8606]

I LIKE THIS GUY ALREADY... THANK YOU ... I HAVE THE SAME CAR AS YOUR ... IT COST ABOUT 200 BUCKS TO CHANGE THE BREAK PADS ONLY ... THANK YOU ..

[@CountryLivingExperience]

You’re welcome

[@Brightmorningstar7]

This is a very helpful & accurate video, thank you sir.

[@CountryLivingExperience]

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching

[@mrc3458]

You need to apply the grease to the part that is sliding into the bracket at the spring also, both spots. You answered my question. Thanks for the video.

[@CountryLivingExperience]

Glad it helped

[@josephspellman2698]

Good vid. Only added step I do is spray down the piston boot before compression of the caliper. You don't want anything getting caught in the boot!

[@CountryLivingExperience]

Thank you and good suggestion.

[@schellingrs]

Great video tutorial. Great work!

[@CountryLivingExperience]

Thank you

[@NAK100100]

Super helpful. Also at 7:48 a little spider was crawling around next to your thumb lol

[@CountryLivingExperience]

Glad it was helpful. Yep, I saw him.

[@donuteatir2957]

Question: Did you have to remove the brake fluid cap prior to compressing the brake pistons to allow for the pressure change or did you leave the cap on? Thanks for the video!

[@CountryLivingExperience]

Thank you. I did crack the cap open but did not take it off. Brake fluid absorbs water so leaving the cap off is not good for the system. Hope that helps.

[@tinkerbell1877]

Excellent video, thank you

[@CountryLivingExperience]

You’re welcome

[@davem5333]

After you push the pistons into the calipers to fit the new brake pads press the brake pedal several times to fill the caliper cylinder with fluid and push the new pads against the rotor.

[@tmpterrostone8337]

I know im a little late. But this same procedure can be done for the rear right? Since the rear also uses brake pads and not the disc

[@CountryLivingExperience]

Yes, the rear is the same as the front. All are disc brakes and not drum brakes.

[@teamslaiyans3808]

The bolt in the caliper is stuck, any tips to get it out ?

[@CountryLivingExperience]

Just penetrating oil. Then try to knock it out with a hammer and screw driver.

[@da324]

Were the brake pads the same size for the front and back? I'm getting ready to do this job and I have 4 smaller ones and 4 larger ones that came in the mail. Thanks!

[@CountryLivingExperience]

I don't recall. I do not have the vehicle anymore. The auto parts store will give you the correct ones when you ask for them.

[@da324]

@@CountryLivingExperience I already ordered them through the mail. I think the fronts are larger than the back, I was just curious. Thanks for the reply.

[@wdtony6242]

Thank you for the video. It’s helpful. I like the suggestion of using anti-seize instead of silicone grease. Good idea. My concern is that brake parts cleaner has some neurotoxic chemicals in it and I would suggest keeping children away from these chemicals without a proper respirator or ventilation. Other automotive chemicals are toxic as well. I prefer to spray parts cleaner and chemicals outside to minimize breathing them. I have a 3M respirator with organic vapor/acid gas filters which works well to filter most brake parts cleaners as well as most chemicals. And it’s always nice to have a gas mask/particulate filter around. I prefer the full mask for the excellent eye protection. Irritating to wear but offers great protection. Also, sometimes the rubber bushings on the glide pins swell and bind. This happened to me and will ruin the pads. It’s only $5 for the rubber replacement kit (2 calipers) so it’s a good investment when changing out brakes on these if the fitment is anything other than very smooth. We have an ‘05 btw.

[@CountryLivingExperience]

You're welcome.

[@FedFedGrd19]

What size socket do you need to take off the bracket to be about to replace to rotors?

[@CountryLivingExperience]

I believe they are 13mm but I don’t have that vehicle anymore.

[@Justin1020304]

17mm

[@lilboat6023]

Recommend replacing rotors as well always

[@CountryLivingExperience]

Not necessary if not worn or grooved.

[@hjohnhome1417]

You don't need to turn(mill) the rotor to make sure the rotor surface is even?

[@CountryLivingExperience]

These rotors were smooth. No grooves. I think I mentioned that. If yours has grooves, you need to replace them or have them turned.

[@LaurelJones-pe7ho]

Do you need to bleed the brakes? I have a 2005 Lexus rx330

[@CountryLivingExperience]

It’s a judgment call. You can just crack open the reservoir when you are compressing the pistons in the caliper.

[@fekaduberehe5849]

Helpful video thank you!

[@CountryLivingExperience]

You're welcome!

[@sweetgal785]

What if u can get the little pins on the side of the brake pads? Can u still install them without the pins

[@CountryLivingExperience]

I am not sure what pins you are talking about but any piece you remove needs to go back on. You cannot skip or leave out any part or it could be dangerous.

[@DaBrute]

What kind of grease do you use for the slide pins?

[@CountryLivingExperience]

The same anti-seize grease that I used on the clips. This one by LocTite....amzn.to/2xHy9Qa

[@lazerbay6531]

Hello, i recently had an emergency brake scare on my 04 fwd rx330. it has 225k mi on it. I plan on adding a roof top tent and rack which would add roughly another 150lbs to a crossover with sub par oem braking. I heard that v6 camry/solara calipers are dual piston and can fit on the rx front brackets. Are they an improvement over the RX as i'm puzzled to think they would place lower quality brakes on a heavier lexus? I also saw on club Lexus that a member had improved braking by swapping the rotors from a supra tt and adding steel braided brake lines with dot 4 fluid. Would it be possible combining both methods? Is one superlative over the other? Are there similar rear upgrades? Are they worth it or just focus on the fronts?

[@CountryLivingExperience]

You should find a toyota mod forum to ask these questions. I cannot give you any answers with confidence as I am not a Toyota/Lexus mechanic. Sorry bro.

[@felixpozo9257]

Thank you brother 👍

[@CountryLivingExperience]

You're welcome

[@occocaubai..8606]

FROM NOW ON I DON'T NEED TO GO TO SHOP TO CHANGE MY BREAK PADS ANY MORE... ...HAHAHA... CHÀO...

[@donaldsmith188]

Subbed👍

[@CountryLivingExperience]

Cool. Welcome.

[@berstone3655]

My dash board ‘BRAKE’ light illuminated after this repair and beeps. Fluids are all good? Wonder why that’s happening? 2004 Lexus RX330... Anyone know?

[@CountryLivingExperience]

Did you check the parking brake cable to see if it is sticking? Or the reservoir cap could be loose.

[@aubrisreborndream9035]

Do you bleed your brakes?

[@CountryLivingExperience]

I don't. In my opinion, it is not necessary unless you are changing a part of the hydraulic system like a caliper or a booster. Or if you believe there is a contaminant in the lines.

[@erickbradleysr.7643]

After you compress the piston and then put the brake pads back on. As well as the caliber and everything. You didn't tell everybody that they needed to pump the brakes. And make sure the piston comes back out accurately, Also to check the brake reservoir to make sure no fluid came out.

[@akujude]

This is the reason mercedes cars hardly somersault their from brake pad is at the back of the brake disc while Lexus is at the front of the brake disc