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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Lexus LX450 AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Lexus LX450 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Orifice Tube/Expansion Valve Locations -> Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 1996-97
Vehicle: 1997 Lexus LX450 4.5 L6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Lexus LX450 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Lexus LX450 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Rotor Service -> Rotor, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Lexus LX450 4.5 L6 GAS

Rotor, Replace

Refer to "Front Sus... "

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Lexus LX450 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Lexus LX450 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Lexus -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1996 Lexus LX450 4.5 L6 GAS

Normal Service

Manufacturer does not specify service interval

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Lexus LX450 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Lexus LX450 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 1997 Lexus LX450 4.5 L6 GAS

Front

  • Raise vehicle off ground and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • 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 mounting bolts to 59 ft. lbs.
    • T...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Lexus LX450 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Lexus LX450 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Lexus LX450 4.5 L6 GAS

  • Remove battery and battery tray.
  • Disconnect MAD sensor electrical connector, wire clamp and VEEP hose from air cleaner cap.
  • Remove air cleaner cap and air filter.
  • Remove air filter case attachin...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Lexus LX450 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Lexus LX450 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Lexus -> Air Bag Warning Lamp -> 1996-97 LX450
Vehicle: 1996 Lexus LX450 4.5 L6 GAS

The air bag system warning lamp warns of air bag system faults. The lamp will be lit when the ignition switch is placed in the Accessory or On positions, but should go out when the self-diagnostic system determines that no faults are present. If the lamp remains lit or flashes, a system fault is indicated. Air bag system diagnosis and repair procedures must be completed before the warning lamp can be reset.

Reset warning lamp as follows:

  • Connect service wires to check connect...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Lexus LX450 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Lexus LX450 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1997 Lexus LX450 4.5 L6 GAS

Inlet

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heater core.
  • Remove hose from heater core.
  • Reposition hose clamp at coolant tube.
  • Remove hose from coolant tube.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heater cor...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Lexus LX450 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Lexus LX450 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Lexus LX450 4.5 L6 GAS

  • Loosen idler pulley lock nut.
  • Loosen A/C compressor adjusting bolt then remove A/C drive belt.
  • Rotate or lift the accessory drive belt tensioner arm, usin...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Lexus LX450 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Lexus LX450 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Passenger Compartment Wiring Harness Routing & Ground Locations Diagram for 1996 Lexus LX450  4.5 L6 GASPassenger Compartment Wiring Harness Routing & Ground Locations Diagram for 1996 Lexus LX450 4.5 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Front Door LH Wire
  • Front Door RH Wire
  • Roof Wire
  • Floor Wire
  • Luggage Room Wire
  • Seat Wiring Harness RoutingY Diagram for 1996 Lexus LX450  4.5 L6 GASSeat Wiring Harness RoutingY Diagram for 1996 Lexus LX450 4.5 L6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Seat #1 LH Wire
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Lexus LX450 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Lexus LX450 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1996 Lexus LX450  4.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Lexus LX450 4.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Transfer Neutral Position Switch
  • Center Diff Lock Control Motor
  • 1996 Lexus LX450  4.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Lexus LX450 4.5 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Heater Relay
  • Blower Resister
  • A/C System Amplifier
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Lexus LX450 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Lexus LX450 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: REPLACEMENT CERTIFICATION LABELS
    Vehicle: 1997 Lexus LX450 4.5 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Identification, Models, Labels, Etc.
  • Document: DINGHY TOWING GUIDE
    Vehicle: 1996 Lexus LX450 4.5 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Aux Equip, Phone, Jacks, Trailer Hitches, Towing
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Lexus LX450 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Lexus LX450 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 Lexus LX450 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 Lexus LX450 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 Lexus LX450 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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