Need Help - What Brake Pads Fit?
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Need Help - What Brake Pads Fit?
I know there are countless opinions on brake pads for the LS 460, but am having difficulty on the parts that will actually fit my car. I have decided to replace all pads and rotors and just do myself. Well that is a lie, my brother is actually going to do the work since he knows what he is doing!
I have a 2011 LS460L AWD. I have looked online at several retailers and am just not sure if what I am buying is meant for the AWD version. Can someone point me to a good website that can clearly state the parts that do fit the L version and AWD? I don't care about brand, as long as it is high quality and better than OEM. Lexus dealership wants to charge $1,800+ to replace all pads and rotors.
I also have to replace a sensor and it seems that at least one pad has breached the low point of the pad.
Thanks for your help
I have a 2011 LS460L AWD. I have looked online at several retailers and am just not sure if what I am buying is meant for the AWD version. Can someone point me to a good website that can clearly state the parts that do fit the L version and AWD? I don't care about brand, as long as it is high quality and better than OEM. Lexus dealership wants to charge $1,800+ to replace all pads and rotors.
I also have to replace a sensor and it seems that at least one pad has breached the low point of the pad.
Thanks for your help
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Akebono are awesome pads, reasonably priced. They don't make them to fit Brembo yet, otherwise I'd run them on my LS.
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Akebono are awesome pads, reasonably priced. They don't make them to fit Brembo yet, otherwise I'd run them on my LS.
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Amazon.com: Akebono (ACT1282) Pro-ACT Disc Brake Pad: Automotive
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Amazon.com: Akebono (ACT1283) Pro-ACT Disc Brake Pad: Automotive
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Amazon.com: Akebono (ACT1282) Pro-ACT Disc Brake Pad: Automotive
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Amazon.com: Akebono (ACT1283) Pro-ACT Disc Brake Pad: Automotive
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I think I'm confusing myself. I just called my local Lexus dealer and they said no difference if AWD or RWD. The difference is if you have the base or L version. Is that correct? I don't have the sport model. I thought I saw on CL if you had an AWD version that the pads were different compared to the RWD only. Typically I see on parts geek or other websites a choice for base or L with no option to select AWD or RWD. I just want to make sure before I go crazy and start ordering and have to return
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Ok, one final question. I have the original pads and rotors on my car now. Do I need to buy a kit to fit the Akebono brakes listed above? I know I need the shims, but I think due to changing pad type I might need a hardware kit too. As you can tell I am a virgin at replacing pads and rotors. As long as I have all parts needed my brother should be ready to go, but don't want to have an oh ***** moment if I am missing needed parts.
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I recommend buying the hardware kit. That way you can put all new on. My shims and clips came off fine but I've heard of some members whose broke.
Don't forget to unplug the battery, wait five minutes prior to starting the brake work.
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/...es%20LS460.pdf
Don't forget to unplug the battery, wait five minutes prior to starting the brake work.
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/...es%20LS460.pdf
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I think I'm confusing myself. I just called my local Lexus dealer and they said no difference if AWD or RWD. The difference is if you have the base or L version. Is that correct? I don't have the sport model. I thought I saw on CL if you had an AWD version that the pads were different compared to the RWD only. Typically I see on parts geek or other websites a choice for base or L with no option to select AWD or RWD. I just want to make sure before I go crazy and start ordering and have to return
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Don't forget to unplug the battery, wait five minutes prior to starting the brake work.
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NOTE: While the battery is connected, even if the engine switch is off, the brake control system activates when the brake pedal is depressed or the door courtesy switch turns on. Therefore during servicing of the brake system components, do not operate the brake pedal and open/close the doors while the battery is connected.
CAUTION: Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
NOTE: After the engine switch is turned off, the HDD navigation system requires approximately 6 minutes to record various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the engine switch off, wait 6 minutes or more before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.
CAUTION: Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
NOTE: After the engine switch is turned off, the HDD navigation system requires approximately 6 minutes to record various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the engine switch off, wait 6 minutes or more before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.
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