2016-2022 Lexus RX350 And RX450h Rear Brake Pads And Rotors Replacement Instructions

Parts Needed

• Brake pads 04465-0E040
• Rubber grease
• Caliper grease
• Anti-seize compound
• M8x1.25 rotor removal bolt
• Compressed air duster

Tools Needed

• Socket and ratchet set(14mm, 17mm, 19mm, 21mm)
• 1/2 inch impact gun
• 3/8 inch torque wrench
• 1/2 inch torque wrench
• Floor jack
• Jack stands
• Small brake caliper compressor tool
• Small flat-blade screwdriver
• Needle-nose pliers
• Rechargeable LED mini work light
• Small wire brush
• Large wire brush
• Thin wrench set(17mm)
• Scan tool

Tips & Tricks

• →On 2016–2019 models, the electric parking brake must be manually retracted by supplying 12V power to the motor connector terminals. A 9V battery can retract the EPB motor but is much slower. For 2020-2022 model instructions, View Guide
• →Clean the EPB connector thoroughly before disconnecting — compressed air or computer duster helps release the locking tab.
• →Use an M8x1.25 bolt with anti-seize to remove stuck rotors instead of hammering, especially if machining them for reuse.
• →Never use petroleum-based grease (wheel bearing, axle, or U-joint grease) on slider pins — it will swell the rubber boots and bushings.
• →Use lithium-based rubber grease (Toyota/Lexus spec) on slider pins; silicone grease is acceptable but OEM grease is preferred.
• →Clean caliper bracket sliders thoroughly — pads must slide in with minimal effort or they won't retract properly and will wear prematurely.
• →After compressing the caliper piston, reseat the rubber boot with a small flat-blade screwdriver to prevent it from rolling and tearing when the pad is installed.
• →Pay attention to pad orientation: the inside pad (piston side) has one white mark, the outside pad has two white marks.
• →Place a lug nut on the hub to hold the rotor in position while installing the caliper bracket.
• →After reassembly, pump the brake pedal several times before starting the vehicle to take up slack from compressed pistons.
• →Check brake fluid level after the job — compressing pistons can cause overflow if the reservoir was previously topped up.
• →There is a small chance of setting a brake system fault code regardless of the EPB retraction method used — if set, it must be cleared with a good quality scan tool.

Torque Specs