Brakes - Front Brake Vibration

BRAKES
BR002-04

Title:
FRONT BRAKE VIBRATION

Models
'02 - '03 RX 300

March 10, 2004

Introduction

Some 2002 - 2003 model year RX 300 vehicles may exhibit a vibration feeling when applying the brakes. A new brake pad material has been developed to improve this condition.

Applicable Vehicles

^ 2002 - 2003 model year RX 300 vehicles.





Parts Information





Warranty Information

Applicable Warranty*:

This repair is covered under the Lexus Comprehensive Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 48 months or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.

* Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customer's specific complaint.

Repair Procedure

Refer to the Technical Information System (TIS) and replace the pads by following the procedure in the 2002 or 2003 model year RX 300 Repair Manual: Brake: Front Brake Pad: Replacement.

NOTE:
Resurface the front disc brake rotor, using a Lexus approved "On-Car" Brake Lathe*, to within serviceable limit:

Standard Thickness: 28.0 mm (1.102 in.)
Minimum Thickness: 26.0 mm (1.024 in.)

If the rotor is being replaced, check the new part for run-out:

Maximum disc runout: 0.05 mm (0.0020 in.) If run-out is more than 0.05 mm, then perform the phase matching procedure.

When replacing worn pads, the anti-squeal shims and pad wear indicator plates must be replaced together with the new pads.

* For information on Lexus approved "On-Car" Brake Lathes, please contact Equipment Solutions at 1-800-368-6787.