Toyota Brake Pad & Rotor Cross Reference

[Egg_Head]

Are there any BITOGer's who work at a Toyota or Lexus dealership and can navigate this Rubik's cube? Would like to take advantage of the recent Toyota parts discount for wife's RX350.

Looking for correct cross reference for Toyota brake parts, 2022 RX350, VIN begins 2T, last 6 are 238xxx, TIA:

Lexus P/N
0446502500 Front pads
044660E060 Rear pads

435120E050 Front rotors
424310E060 Rear rotors

 

[AKhan87]

Are there any BITOGer's who work at a Toyota or Lexus dealership and can navigate this Rubik's cube? Would like to take advantage of the recent Toyota parts discount for wife's RX350.

Looking for correct cross reference for Toyota brake parts, 2022 RX350, VIN begins 2T, last 6 are 238xxx, TIA:

Lexus P/N
0446502500 Front pads
044660E060 Rear pads

435120E050 Front rotors
424310E060 Rear rotors

I have the same part number discrepancy with my ES350s' pads.

On Toyota's website I select the same year Avalon (I am aware there can be differences but Avalon & ES350 were on the same platform) then I use the Lexus part number and if it doesn't show up, I will deselect the vehicle and try and if it shows up I would buy the Lexus part number, otherwise I would order the Avalon part number.

Obviously Lexus trim part numbers will be different and can only be bought at Lexus (they also do a 11-14% off discount about 3 times a year) but for brakes, most suspension parts, and powertrain parts are exactly the same.

the only difference I can think of for Avalon vs ES350 brake pads (rotors, calipers, brake hoses are exactly the same) would be the quality of pad? otherwise fit wise it is exactly the same as I have owned a 14 Avalon and Rockauto (PowerStop Z23 pads) are exactly the same fit for both Avalon & ES350.

you can try buying the highlander pads if you see a part number discrepancy and confirm with Rockauto if the same pad will work as well.

 

[97prizm]

I have the same part number discrepancy with my ES350s' pads.

On Toyota's website I select the same year Avalon (I am aware there can be differences but Avalon & ES350 were on the same platform) then I use the Lexus part number and if it doesn't show up, I will deselect the vehicle and try and if it shows up I would buy the Lexus part number, otherwise I would order the Avalon part number.

Obviously Lexus trim part numbers will be different and can only be bought at Lexus (they also do a 11-14% off discount about 3 times a year) but for brakes, most suspension parts, and powertrain parts are exactly the same.

the only difference I can think of for Avalon vs ES350 brake pads (rotors, calipers, brake hoses are exactly the same) would be the quality of pad? otherwise fit wise it is exactly the same as I have owned a 14 Avalon and Rockauto (PowerStop Z23 pads) are exactly the same fit for both Avalon & ES350.

you can try buying the highlander pads if you see a part number discrepancy and confirm with Rockauto if the same pad will work as well.

Even if on the same platform, the suv is heavier do in theory it shouldn't have heavier duty brakes and larger brake pads.

 

[The Critic]

The pad shape in question is shared across the Toyota line-up. Each individual part number denotes a different pad formula and/or pad characteristics (e.g. chamfers).

If you're buying OE because you want the exact pad that's on the vehicle, you'll need to buy the Lexus ones.

If you just want something that fits, then buy aftermarket or the 04465-AZ219.

https://www.toyotapartsandservice.com/collision/collision-resources/application-charts

 

[AKhan87]

The pad shape in question is shared across the Toyota line-up. Each individual part number denotes a different pad formula and/or pad characteristics (e.g. chamfers).

If you're buying OE because you want the exact pad that's on the vehicle, you'll need to buy the Lexus ones.

If you just want something that fits, then buy aftermarket or the 04465-AZ219.

https://www.toyotapartsandservice.com/collision/collision-resources/application-charts

AZ pads don't have a great reputation.

I have personally tried OEM pads once (got an amazing deal), installed them on my 08 Corolla, great pads but the PowerStop Z23 have a better bite, and are the pad of choice for all my Lexus.

Two of my Lexus had the original factory pads on them when I changed them (they were getting low) nothing impressive about those pads...

If what you are saying is true (I believe you) I don't see the point of the OEM pads as I have gotten amazing pad life and the best bite (from my experience) from the PowerStop Z23s.

 

[The Critic]

AZ pads don't have a great reputation.

I have experienced excellent success with the AZ pads as long as you purchase the ones that require using the factory shim kit.

 

[AKhan87]

Even if on the same platform, the suv is heavier do in theory it shouldn't have heavier duty brakes and larger brake pads.

The highlander and RX350 have bigger rotors and pads that I know for sure, it is considered an "upgrade" that can done on the Avalon/ES350s which I don't have any intention of doing as I don't fully understand the pros and cons of "bigger" brake setup as someone mentioned that light weight wheels are required to offset the bigger brakes, and since I don't have any knowledge or fully understand, I have not and don't have any intention of trying this.

 

[eljefino]

^ There's also the chance that a big brake setup will have larger diameter slave cylinders (caliper bores) leading to more brake pedal travel. Most cars have plenty of travel, but some drivers don't like the softer feel, even if it comes with technically better braking.

 

[Egg_Head]

Toyota/Lexus part numbers for my RX350 are exactly the same for all filters, spark plugs, belts, gaskets, PCV valves and some wipers, Brake pads & rotors are a different story. I understand what @The Critic was saying in post #4. I was seeking the Northwest Passage to connect this mystery .