The braking system is arguably the most important safety feature on your vehicle and is one of the easiest to maintain. The Lexus ES300 Brakes have several components; hubs, to which the wheel attaches; rotors, which attach to the wheel; brake pads, which are made of friction material that presses against the rotor to stop the wheel; and calipers, which press the brake pads against the rotors. The friction that is generated between the pads and rotors is what stops the car.

Each of these parts can be replaced individually, although it’s a good idea to check all parts when replacing one. When replacing the pads on your Lexus ES300 Brakes, check each pad as you remove it for signs of uneven wear.

If you do notice evidence of uneven wear, check your calipers carefully. If they are not aligned properly, they will cause the same damage as before on your new brake pads. Placing a new brake pad over a warped rotor can also wear out the brake pad well before its time and could give rise to a dangerous driving situation. This is not the time to save a few pennies. Your life and the lives of your loved ones are at stake. After repairing your brakes, it’s a good idea to break them in, just as you would a new engine, by treating them gently the first hundred miles or so, as driving conditions allow. To avoid the danger associated with poor quality brake components, order the parts for your Lexus ES300 Brakes from our secure on-line store. Our brakes are manufactured with the finest quality components available to meet or exceed strict factory specifications.Any reasonably competent backyard mechanic, using basic tools, can perform basic brake repairs.