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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

Lexus -> Component Locations -> ES330, GX470, IS250, IS300, IS350 & 1997-03 ES300
Vehicle: 2006 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

The fuel filt...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2006 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

Front

  • Raise vehicle off ground and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove bolts securing transmission undercover.
  • Remove bolts securing rear engine undercover.
  • Make a reference mark across driveline and differential companion flange.
  • Remove bolts, washer, and nuts from companion flange.
  • Make a reference mark on driveline shaft flange and transfer flange.
  • Remove nuts and washers and front driveline shaft assembly.
  • Reverse procedure to install noting the following:
    • Torque driveline to differential companion flange mountin...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification -> Reset Switch Test -> Using Scan Tool -> Using TPMS Warning Lamp
Vehicle: 2006 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Using TPMS Warning Lamp
  • Place the ignition switch in the Off position.
  • Using Toyota SST or other suitable jumper, connect terminals TC and CG of DLC3. The DLC3 is located under the left side of the instrument panel, Fig. .
  • Place the ignition switch in the On position.
  • Read and note DTCs indicated by flashes of the TPMS warning lamp, Fig. .
  • If the TPMS warning lamp blinks in .25 second intervals, a normal condition is indicated, Fig. .
  • If the TPMS warning lamp blinks in .5 second intervals followed by a 1.5 second pause, then additional .5 second i...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove clips and upper radiator support seal.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm counterclockwise using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Remove oil cooler hoses from fan shroud.
  • Remove bolts and separate fan shroud from radiator.
  • Remove nuts and separate fan with fluid coupling from engine.
  • Remove nuts from fan shroud and fan with fluid coupling as a unit from vehicle.
  • Remove power steering pump vacuum hose.
  • Remove nut and bolts securing power steering pump assembly. Do not disconnect power steering p...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Lexus -> 2003-09 GX470
Vehicle: 2006 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

On 2003-04 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 7,500 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.

On 2005-06 models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 10,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

On 2007-09 models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be cleaned every 18 months or 15,00 miles and replaced 36 months or 30,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the glove compartment.
  • Unhook the c...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

Lexus -> Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)/VSA System Warning Lamp -> 1990-2006
Vehicle: 2006 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

The anti-lock warning lamp is used to warn of an anti-lock brake system fault. The lamp will be lit during engine start-up, but should go out when the self-diagnostic system determines that the anti-lock system is functioning properly. If the lamp remains lit, an anti-lock fault is indicated. After diagnosis and repair are complete, the lamp may be reset as follows:

  • Place ignition switch in On position.
  • On models except GX470, 2002-03 ES300, IS300, LS430, LX470, SC430 and 2004-06 ES330 and RX330 models, connect jumper tool No. 09843-18020, or equivalent, betwe...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2006 Lexus GX470 4.7 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 water inlet.
  • Remove hose from water inlet.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

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

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2006 Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2006 Lexus GX470 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Instrument Panel Component Locations Diagram for 2006 Lexus GX470  4.7 V8 GASInstrument Panel Component Locations Diagram for 2006 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Combination Meter
  • Warning Buzzer
  • Unlock Warning Switch
  • Door Courtesy Light Switch
  • Instrument Panel Junction Box
  • Seat Component Locations Diagram for 2006 Lexus GX470  4.7 V8 GASSeat Component Locations Diagram for 2006 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Power Seat Motor Assembly
  • Seat Memory Switch
  • Engine Room Junction Box
  • Seat Motor
  • Instrument Panel Junction Box
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2006 Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2006 Lexus GX470 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2006 Lexus GX470  4.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Headlamp Relay
  • Fog Lamp Relay
  • Fog Lamp Switch
  • Right Front Fog Lamp
  • 2006 Lexus GX470  4.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Engine Control Module
  • Transponder Key Computer
  • Transponder Key Coil
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2006 Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2006 Lexus GX470 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Exterior Mirrors Will Not Automatically Return When Shifting from Reverse to Drive
    Vehicle: 2006 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS
    Document: TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) TIRE REGISTRATION AND "LOST COMMUNICATION WITH ECU"
    Vehicle: 2006 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2006 Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2006 Lexus GX470 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 2006 Lexus GX470 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 2006 Lexus GX470 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 2006 Lexus GX470 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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