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1997 Lexus SC300 CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Lexus REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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- A/C & Heater Service
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- Starter & Alternator Replacement
- Maintenance Lamp Reset
- Radiator & Hose Replacement
- Serpentine Belt Service
A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES
Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 1996-97 -> System Inspection -> Compressor -> Condenser -> Evaporator -> Receiver/Drier -> Refrigerant Line Restrictions -> Thermostatic Expansion Valve
Vehicle: 1997 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS
While a detailed diagnostic procedure for all air conditioning systems would be impractical due to the many variations in construction and operation, there are three fundamental components of a total diagnosis:
- Refrigerant systems must have an adequate, but not excessive charge.
- Determination must be made whether the refrigerant system is governed by a cycling clutch compressor or by valves which control evaporator pressure.
- The air distribution system (blower motor, switches, vacuum lines and air ducts) must be operational before checking the ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> ES300 -> Inspection -> Master Cylinder -> Proportioning Valve
Vehicle: 1997 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS
Master Cylinder
Disassemble
- On IS300, ES300 & RX300 remove brake fluid reservoir.
- On all models, remove master cylinder boot, Figs. through .
- Remove set screw, then the reservoir tank. Remove cap and strainer from reservoir.
- Remove two grommets, then place cylinder in suitable vise.
- On models less TRAC and VSC, push piston in and remove stopper bolt.
- On models with TRAC, push pistons in and remove No. 1, then No. 2 stopper bolts.
- On models with VSC, push in piston with a screwdriver, then remove straight pin by turning over cylinder body. Tape screwdriver tip before using it.
- On all m...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES
Lexus -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1997 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS
Normal Service
Manufacturer does not specify service interval
...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Rear
Vehicle: 1997 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS
Rear
- Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
- Remove wheel nuts and rear wheels.
- Remove center exhaust pipe.
- Remove cotter pin and lock cap.
- Remove bolts securing rear suspension member brace.
- Place reference mark on driveshaft and side gear. Do not punch mark reference mark, use paint.
- Remove six driveshaft side gear bolts and washers while depressing brake pedal. Coat bolt threads with engine oil.
- Hold inboard joint side of driveshaft so that outboa...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Remove engine under cover.
- Remove drive belt.
- Disconnect alternator electrical connector.
- Remove rubber cap and nut, then dis...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES
Lexus -> Low Oil Level Warning Indicator ->
Vehicle: 1997 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS
This lamp lights to indicate that the engine oil level is below a specified level. The lamp will be illuminated during engine start-up. If...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES
Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1997 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS
Lower
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
- Reposition hose clamp at radiator outlet.
- Remove hose from radiator.
- Reposition hose clamp at thermostat housing.
- Remove hose from thermostat housing.
- Remove hose from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure to ...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Rotate tensioner clockwise using suitable...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 1997 Lexus SC300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Engine Compartment Connector Locations, I1 Through W9 Diagram for 1997 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS Components on diagram: |
Engine Compartment Relay Locations Diagram for 1997 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS Components on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1997 Lexus SC300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
1997 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
1997 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1997 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 1997 Lexus SC300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: PERMANENT-TYPE PROTECTIVE WAX COATINGS Vehicle: 1997 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS Auto Systems: |
Document: REPLACEMENT CERTIFICATION LABELS - REVISED Vehicle: 1997 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1997 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1997 Lexus SC300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1997 Lexus SC300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1997 Lexus SC300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1997 Lexus SC300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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