DIY: IS250 front brakes
DIY: IS250 front brakes
02-13-09, 08:03 PM
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That's it, you're done! Thanks to Nick (nwhuey) for being my photographer and being the lucky recipient of a free brake job.
I'd say the 350 is a tiny bit easier since you don't have to remove the caliper to access the pads, but it's still a very simple, quick job that can save you hundreds of dollars over getting this done at the dealerrship. I hope you all find this useful!
Javier
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02-13-09, 11:16 PM
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Great writeup, and awesome pics...Thank you,
Few questions:
Can someone help explain why the brake rotor require grinding / resurfacing? I know it's from uneven wear, but what exactly causes this to occur? I guess you cant do brakes at home if this has occurred.
Also, I remember leaving the old brake pad in the caliper while using the C-clamp to push the piston back down, as I was told it could damage the piston from uneven pressure if pressed directly...(I figured the guy was being too picky, considering the caliper experiences extreme amounts of heat and pressure while in use, I am sure it could handle a little C-clamp pressure). Your thoughts would be great...
Few questions:
Can someone help explain why the brake rotor require grinding / resurfacing? I know it's from uneven wear, but what exactly causes this to occur? I guess you cant do brakes at home if this has occurred.
Also, I remember leaving the old brake pad in the caliper while using the C-clamp to push the piston back down, as I was told it could damage the piston from uneven pressure if pressed directly...(I figured the guy was being too picky, considering the caliper experiences extreme amounts of heat and pressure while in use, I am sure it could handle a little C-clamp pressure). Your thoughts would be great...
