ES 350 V6-3.5L (2GR-FE) (2007)
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Parts Information
Repair Procedure
1.
Conduct a road test to verify the rear brake squeak.
The condition usually occurs when backing up during light brake pedal pressure.
2.
Remove and replace the rear disc brake pad support plate (2 per each rear caliper), the rear disc brake pads, and/or anti-squeal shims.
A.
Remove the rear wheel.
NOTE:
Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
B.
Remove the rear disc brake caliper assembly by holding the 2 rear disc brake caliper slide pins and removing the 2 bolts.
C.
Remove the 2 rear disc brake pads with the anti-squeal shims.
D.
Remove the 2 anti-squeal shims and the 2 pad wear indicator plates from each pad.
E.
Remove the No. 1 rear disc brake pad support plate.
a.
Remove the No. 1 rear disc brake pad support plate from the rear disc brake caliper mounting.
b.
Clean the area where the support plate sits.
F.
Remove the No. 2 rear disc brake pad support plate.
a.
Remove the No.2 rear disc brake pad support plate from the rear disc brake caliper mounting.
b.
Clean the area where the support plate sits.
G.
Install the No. 1 rear disc brake pad support plate to the rear disc brake caliper mounting.
H.
Install the No. 2 rear disc brake pad support plate to the rear disc brake caliper mounting.
I.
Install the rear anti-squeal shim kit.
a.
Apply disc brake grease to the inside of the anti-squeal shims.
NOTE:
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When replacing worn pads, the anti-squeal shims MUST be replaced together with the pads.
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If pads are worn out, then inspect anti-squeal shims for heat discoloration.
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Apply disc brake grease to the area that contacts the anti-squeal shim.
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Disc brake grease can come out slightly from the area where the anti-squeal shim is installed.
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Make sure that disc brake grease is NOT applied onto the lining surface.
b.
Install the 2 anti-squeal shims and the pad wear indicators to each of the 2 brake pads.
NOTE:
Install the pad wear indicator and anti-squeal shims in the correct positions.
