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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Wire Color Code Identification -> Imported Vehicles
Vehicle: 2000 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1999-2000 ABS -> 1999-2000 TRAC -> 2001-02 ABS, BA, TRAC & VSC -> ABS -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Component Testing -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> GS300, GS400 & GS430 -> IS300 -> LS400 -> LS430 -> RX300 -> SC300 & SC400 -> SC430 -> Terminal Identification -> TRAC -> Vehicle Skid Control (VSC) & Brake Assist (BA) System -> Vehicle Skid Control (VSC) & Brake Assist System -> Wiring Diagrams
Vehicle: 2000 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

  • Turn ignition switch to On position.
  • Disconnect short pin from DLC1, Fig. , then connect diagnosis check wire tool No. 09843-18020, or equivalent, to terminals Tc and E1 of Del or DLC2.
  • Read diagnostic trouble code from ABS warning light on combination meter. If no diagnostic trouble code appears, inspect diagnostic circuit or ABS warning circuit.
  • After completing check, disconnect terminals Te and E1 and turn off display. If more than one diagnostic trouble code is stored, lowest number will appear first.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Lexus -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2000 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 2000 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Rear
Vehicle: 2000 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 2000 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove nut, wire, then disconnect wire c...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Lexus -> Low Coolant Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2000 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

This lamp will be illuminated when the coolant level in the radiator drops below a pre-determined point. To reset the lamp, bring the c...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

  • Remove battery and battery tray.
  • Remove engine undercover, then drain engine coolant into suitable container.
  • Disconnect upper radiator, reservoir, lower radiator and A/T oil cooler hoses from radiator. Plug all hose ends.
  • Remove No. 2 fan shroud clips, then disconnect No. 2 fan shroud claw from No. 1 fan shroud hook and remove No. 2 fan shroud.
  • Remove upper radiator support nuts, then the upper ra...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Rotate tensioner clockwise using suitable...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2000 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2000 Lexus SC300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Seat Connector Locations Diagram for 2000 Lexus SC300  3.0 L6 GASSeat Connector Locations Diagram for 2000 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Slide Limit Switch
  • Reclining Limit Switch
  • Driver Seat Slide Control Power Seat Motor
  • Driver Seat Front Vertical Control Power Seat Motor
  • Driver Seat Rear Vertical Control Power Seat Motor
  • Engine Compartment Connector Locations, A1 Through H8 Diagram for 2000 Lexus SC300  3.0 L6 GASEngine Compartment Connector Locations, A1 Through H8 Diagram for 2000 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Water Temperature Sensor
  • Brake Fluid Level Switch
  • Generator
  • Cooling Fan
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2000 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2000 Lexus SC300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2000 Lexus SC300  3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2000 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Theft Deterrent Horn
  • Engine Hood Courtesy Switch
  • Luggage Compartment Key Unlock Switch
  • 2000 Lexus SC300  3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2000 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Glove Box Lamp
  • LH Rear Combination Lamp
  • RH Rear Combination Lamp
  • Cigarette Lighter
  • Hazard Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2000 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2000 Lexus SC300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
    Vehicle: 2000 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Document: PERMANENT-TYPE PROTECTIVE WAX COATINGS
    Vehicle: 2000 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Finishes, Body Structure, Frame, Bumpers
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2000 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

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