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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lexus LS400 AUTOMOBILES

Lexus -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Instrument Panel, Replace -> ES 300 -> GS 300 & GS 400 -> LS 400 -> RX 300 -> SC 300 & SC 400
Vehicle: 2000 Lexus LS400 4.0 V8 GAS

When servicing "LX 470" refer to" Land Cruiser" in for service procedures.

ES 300
  • Remove front pillar garnish, front inside scuff plate, and front door opening cover, Fig. .
  • Remove cowl side trim.
  • Using a Torx 30 (special tool 09042-00010), or equivalent, loosen screws from wheel pad, Fig. . Pull wheel pad out and disconnect air bag connector. Store air bag face up.
  • Remove steering wheel retaining nut and disconnect connector. Place scribe marks on steering wheel and shaft, then remove steering wheel using special tool SST 09950-50012, or e...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lexus LS400 AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Brake Pad Service -> ES300 -> GS300, GS400, GS430 & SC430 -> IS300 -> LS400 & LS430 -> RX300 -> SC300 & SC400
Vehicle: 2000 Lexus LS400 4.0 V8 GAS

ES300

  • Remove front wheels and temporarily secure discs with lug nuts.
  • Inspect brake pad thickness through caliper inspection hole.
  • Replace brake pads if thickness is less than .039 inch.
  • Remove bolt securing caliper flexible hose to front shock absorber.
  • Remove bottom side installation bolt, then lift up caliper and suspend securely.
  • Do not disconnect flexible hose from caliper.
  • Remove two brake pads with four anti-squeal shims, Fig. .
  • Remove pad wear indicator plate.
  • Remove two pad support plates.
  • Support plates can be used again provided they have sufficient rebound, no deformation, ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lexus LS400 AUTOMOBILES

Lexus -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> 1998-00 LS400, SC300 & SC400 -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2000 Lexus LS400 4.0 V8 GAS

Fuel System Pressure Relief

  • Obtain the vehicle owners radio theft protection code prior to disconnecting the battery ground cable, if equipped.
  • From the luggage compartment, remove the luggage compartment floor mat and trim cover.
  • Disconnect the fuel pump electrical connector, Figs. and .
  • Start the engine and allow to idle until it stalls.
  • Place the ignition switch in the Lock position.
  • Disconnect the battery ground cable.

Removal & Installation

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or nea...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lexus LS400 AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Rear
Vehicle: 2000 Lexus LS400 4.0 V8 GAS

Rear

  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and rear wheels.
  • Remove suspension member brace bolts.
  • Remove split pin and driveshaft castle nut and washer from front hub.
  • Apply brake and remove axle hub nut.
  • Place reference mark on adjusting cam and lower suspension arm
  • Remove bolt and disconnect lower suspension arm from axle hub.
  • Place reference m...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lexus LS400 AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Lexus LS400 4.0 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove battery clamp cover.
  • Remover air cleaner inlet.
  • Loosen drive belt tension by turning belt tensioner counterclockwise, then remove drive belt.
  • Remove oil pan protector and engine undercover.
  • Disco...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lexus LS400 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Lexus -> 1996-2000 LS400 & 1999-2003 RX300
Vehicle: 2000 Lexus LS400 4.0 V8 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles or 12 months. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.

  • Open the glove compartment.
  • Remove the cover from the rear of the glove compartment.
  • Through the glove compartment cover opening, disengage the filter cover retainers, then remove the cover and th...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lexus LS400 AUTOMOBILES

Lexus -> Lexus Ride Control (LRC) Indicator Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2000 Lexus LS400 4.0 V8 GAS

The electronic modulated air suspension system has internal self-diagnostic capabilities. When the ignition switch is placed in the On position, the LRC indicator lamp should light for approximately 2 seconds. If the lamp flashes continuously at 1 second intervals, the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) has stored a diagnostic trouble code.

Following diagnosis a...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lexus LS400 AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2000 Lexus LS400 4.0 V8 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 2000 Lexus LS400 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Lexus LS400 4.0 V8 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2000 Lexus LS400 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2000 Lexus LS400 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Connector Locations, A1 Through H24 Diagram for 2000 Lexus LS400  4.0 V8 GASEngine Compartment Connector Locations, A1 Through H24 Diagram for 2000 Lexus LS400 4.0 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Generator
  • Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor
  • Camshaft Position Sensor
  •  Passenger Compartment Connector Locations, P26 Through Y1 Diagram for 2000 Lexus LS400  4.0 V8 GAS Passenger Compartment Connector Locations, P26 Through Y1 Diagram for 2000 Lexus LS400 4.0 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Rear Window Defogger
  • Right Hand Remote Control Mirror
  • Left Hand Remote Control Mirror
  • Left Hand Rear Power Window Motor
  • Right Hand Rear Power Window Motor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2000 Lexus LS400 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2000 Lexus LS400 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2000 Lexus LS400  4.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2000 Lexus LS400 4.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • RH Headlamp
  • Headlamp Relay
  • LH Headlamp
  • 2000 Lexus LS400  4.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2000 Lexus LS400 4.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Turn Signal Switch
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Horn Relay
  • Horn
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2000 Lexus LS400 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2000 Lexus LS400 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
    Vehicle: 2000 Lexus LS400 4.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Document: PERMANENT-TYPE PROTECTIVE WAX COATINGS
    Vehicle: 2000 Lexus LS400 4.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Finishes, Body Structure, Frame, Bumpers
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2000 Lexus LS400 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2000 Lexus LS400 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 2000 Lexus LS400 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 2000 Lexus LS400 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 2000 Lexus LS400 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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