Anyone know what the torque is for the two front disc brake caliper retaining bolts? I need to do front pads on my 2007 GS350 and I want to get the front rotors turned when I replace the pads. Only 20k miles on the car and the front pads are down to about 4mm thickness left. I know my 'ole lady is tough on those brakes!!

I'm assuming that the rotors will pop right off once I move the caliper out of the way?

Thanks for your thoughts and advice.

 

i searched but could not find the exact number.. does anyone have a service manual? i'm guessing around 80lbs..

 

According to volume 3 of my 2008 GS450h repair manual (page BR-42), it states the following:

When the brake caliper is removed from the brake disc, do not start the hybrid system. If the hybrid system is started, the brake fluid pressure may increase.

1. Install Front Disc Brake Caliper Assembly LH
(a) install the disc brake caliper with the 2 bolts.
Torque: 78 N*m (795 kgf*cm, 57 ft*lbf)

2. Connect Front Brake Flexible Hose
(a) Connect the flexible hose with the union bolt and a new gasket.
Torque: 39 N*m (400 kgf*cm, 29 ft*lbf)
Notice: install the flexible hose lock securely in the lock hole in the disc brake caliper.

please note that the torque numbers given in the manual is for my 450h. it should be the same for your 350, but i can't guarantee that. hope this helps.

 

Okay, many thanks for the information.

 

aren't they usually between 80 to 120lbs like most other vehicles? that number seems little low, but i'm not the one with manual.

 

i typed word for word from my service manual.

 

if you want, PM me your email or fax number. i can send you the exact pages i quoted word for word for from the manual.

 

thx for the info.. this is also what i need to know for future.

 

if i have time tonight, i'll scan and attach the page for all to see (unless the mods disallow it). that should clear up any confusion anyone may have about the TQ specs.

 

sorry guys, can't upload as the size of the pdf file is too large. PM me your email addy and i'll email it to you.