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Instructions for Painting Brake Calipers

Model: Lexus IS MK 2 - Years: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Accessory kit

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If you want to give your car a sportier look, painting the brake calipers is certainly effective, generally opting for red or yellow, like high-performance cars. To carry out this painting, it is essential to clean the caliper and use a specific paint designed for the high temperatures to which the caliper is subjected.

Proceed by placing the vehicle on suitable axle stands and removing the wheel; ideally, you would also remove the caliper and its bracket to clean and paint perfectly, but this would require bleeding the system afterwards. You can also proceed by thoroughly cleaning the caliper, masking the areas not to be painted with masking tape, and finally painting with a small brush to avoid smudging and to be as precise as possible.


Updated on 16 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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