Thank you straight forward explanation without the fluff and unnecessary music. I've done my front brakes a couple of times after watching other videos but you've provided very good tips that others did not. I just got my calipers for my 2004 ES330 and will be replacing this weekend. Mine did come with the banjo bolt though. I thought I would not need the needle nose pliers with the rubber hose b/c others have said it may damage the hose but will try to hold up the hose and try w/o the pliers.
Clamping the hose, CAN very easily damage it. I have often had it still slowly drip from having it not clamped tight enough, but that's better than too tight.
dear old man, thanks for such an excellent video, question, if I may? after seeing you struggle with pushing the pistons in, why did you not open the fluid reservoir cover? I understand that, that way the fluid will be able to move back more freely, without messing/braking with the bleeding port, that will introduce air into the system? It's an old trick from my toyota life, I am new to Lexus stuff but I'm going to do the brakes on my son's ES330 and saw you struggling. again thanks.
Lexus is rebranded Toyota, like Lincoln is to Ford, or Cadillac is to GM. When you've done enough of these in the Rust Belt, you get a "feel" very quickly, for stuck pistons, or compromised hoses... The only time opening the cover is necessary, is to add or remove fluid. It has a vent. otherwise it would create vacuum as the brake wear and the fluid level goes down, so no, the cover does not need to be removed (allowing moisture absorption) Just be mindful of the fluid level. As long as no one added any, and none leaked, you should be fine, AS LONG AS THE FLUID IS GOOD and clean.
You did not pop the brake fluid reservoir cap off. The air is fighting inside since the cap is on and it won’t compress. First thing I do is open hood and check brake fluid level, also don’t want to over flow it for someone added fluid vs checking pads. Pads wear fluid drops someone adds fluid now when push pistons in it over flows. Always first check fluid level and pop cap off, I have seen caps blow off also from the air pressure pushing in the piston.
Haven't you even noticed that the cap has a VENT? Plus, I haven't over filled/over flowed a reservoir in a LONG time. Great advice for someone not already involved in a lengthy project. YES, if the brake fluid HAD been ""topped off" it WOULD have made a HUGE MESS!
Great video, and a question. I'm going to do a complete service on my 06 Camry Front Brakes next month. Since you mentioned ES330 in title i was wondering about a swap to the dual piston calipers from the ES for my camry, I know i'd need to do the rotor also. From everything i could find it looks like a straight bolt on swap. What other issue should l be looking for?
It's a really complicated explanation... While they can be easily converted over, I *cannot* say that it's that simple. There are different braking forces coming into play, that MAY alter the handling, safety, and performance of the vehicle. Do so at your own risk!
There are MANY sources of information available for a bout $20 per month that will cover virtually everything on ONE specific VIN/model per purchase. (See AllData and Mitchell on Demand) Unfortunately, it can take HOURS to gather this info, and there is little guarantee of accuracy. EDIT: I am planning a video for AllDataDIY.com in the near future. It has been a LIFE SAVER for me!
most everyone uses the vice grips to cut off fluid flow i do not do it unless the hose is new or looks new, afraid it will damage the hose if its very old. just my opinion and to be clear i am not saying you shouldn't do it or should i just stating what i do and don't do.
Great tutorial on replacing caliper. Appreciate your video. Have you considered getting a clear vinyl tubing for brake fluid draining? I like see brake fluids and bubbles while draining. I think someone need to donate you an oil drain pan to catch those dripping brake fluids. OCD of me cringed watching that.
Thank you straight forward explanation without the fluff and unnecessary music. I've done my front brakes a couple of times after watching other videos but you've provided very good tips that others did not. I just got my calipers for my 2004 ES330 and will be replacing this weekend. Mine did come with the banjo bolt though. I thought I would not need the needle nose pliers with the rubber hose b/c others have said it may damage the hose but will try to hold up the hose and try w/o the pliers.
Clamping the hose, CAN very easily damage it. I have often had it still slowly drip from having it not clamped tight enough, but that's better than too tight.
Love the simplicity of explaining how it's done with reasoning as to why. Thank you brother 🙏
Thank you. Knowing that it will benefit someone, is why I do this.
That really was a great decision to change them both with that kinda of mileage.. great job..
Thank you for checking out the video!
dear old man, thanks for such an excellent video, question, if I may? after seeing you struggle with pushing the pistons in, why did you not open the fluid reservoir cover? I understand that, that way the fluid will be able to move back more freely, without messing/braking with the bleeding port, that will introduce air into the system? It's an old trick from my toyota life, I am new to Lexus stuff but I'm going to do the brakes on my son's ES330 and saw you struggling. again thanks.
Lexus is rebranded Toyota, like Lincoln is to Ford, or Cadillac is to GM.
When you've done enough of these in the Rust Belt, you get a "feel" very quickly, for stuck pistons, or compromised hoses...
The only time opening the cover is necessary, is to add or remove fluid. It has a vent. otherwise it would create vacuum as the brake wear and the fluid level goes down, so no, the cover does not need to be removed (allowing moisture absorption)
Just be mindful of the fluid level. As long as no one added any, and none leaked, you should be fine, AS LONG AS THE FLUID IS GOOD and clean.
Very thorough and informative.
Thank you, and thanks for watching!!
You can compress the pistons with the C clamp one at a time and they will go back straight in the bore. Easier than trying to get both at one time.
Also, as you suggest, it makes it really easy to see if you have a restricted line, if one pushes out the other.
Thanks for this demonstration
Hope you found it informative!
very good job and smart decision
It's horrible what salt does to cars!
You did not pop the brake fluid reservoir cap off. The air is fighting inside since the cap is on and it won’t compress. First thing I do is open hood and check brake fluid level, also don’t want to over flow it for someone added fluid vs checking pads. Pads wear fluid drops someone adds fluid now when push pistons in it over flows. Always first check fluid level and pop cap off, I have seen caps blow off also from the air pressure pushing in the piston.
Haven't you even noticed that the cap has a VENT? Plus, I haven't over filled/over flowed a reservoir in a LONG time. Great advice for someone not already involved in a lengthy project.
YES, if the brake fluid HAD been ""topped off" it WOULD have made a HUGE MESS!
Great video, and a question. I'm going to do a complete service on my 06 Camry Front Brakes next month. Since you mentioned ES330 in title i was wondering about a swap to the dual piston calipers from the ES for my camry, I know i'd need to do the rotor also. From everything i could find it looks like a straight bolt on swap. What other issue should l be looking for?
It's a really complicated explanation... While they can be easily converted over, I *cannot* say that it's that simple. There are different braking forces coming into play, that MAY alter the handling, safety, and performance of the vehicle. Do so at your own risk!
Awesome vid. Subbed 👍
Glad you liked it, and thanks for the sub!
Does anyone have the torque specs for the 2005 Lexus es 330 front and back brake system?
There are MANY sources of information available for a bout $20 per month that will cover virtually everything on ONE specific VIN/model per purchase. (See AllData and Mitchell on Demand)
Unfortunately, it can take HOURS to gather this info, and there is little guarantee of accuracy.
EDIT: I am planning a video for AllDataDIY.com in the near future. It has been a LIFE SAVER for me!
@@HouseCallAutoRepair thank you. I love your videos by the way ❤️
Thank you!@@evelynnveleni
Thank you very much
Glad you liked it!
Thank you Sir...I’d also like one of those piston tools if you’re still giving one away...The video is awesome!
I WILL be making an effort to show and do tool give-a-ways when I'm over 10k subs, and the manufacturers want to handle the shipping....
most everyone uses the vice grips to cut off fluid flow i do not do it unless the hose is new or looks new, afraid it will damage the hose if its very old. just my opinion and to be clear i am not saying you shouldn't do it or should i just stating what i do and don't do.
oh, I hear ya! I intentionally clamp them lightly so as to NOT crush the line. (sometimes it's lose enough it leaks)
I 'm sure the front and back are the same on my car.
I hope you endure less rust!
Great tutorial on replacing caliper. Appreciate your video.
Have you considered getting a clear vinyl tubing for brake fluid draining? I like see brake fluids and bubbles while draining. I think someone need to donate you an oil drain pan to catch those dripping brake fluids. OCD of me cringed watching that.
i have since gotten several feet of clear tubing. Definitely better for demonstration!
Dankz
Thank for watching!