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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Lexus 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 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Lexus -> Wiring Diagrams -> Except LX 470
Vehicle: 2004 Lexus SC430 4.3 V8 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

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

Lexus -> Power Brake Units -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Air Tightness Inspection -> Brake Booster Operational Test -> Brake Pedal Reserve Distance Inspection -> Except LX470 -> Operating inspection
Vehicle: 2004 Lexus RX330 3.3 V6 GAS

Brake Pedal Reserve Distance Inspection

Except LX470
  • Release parking brake.
  • With engine running, depress brake pedal and measure pedal reserve distance, Fig. .
  • On LS430 models, reserve height should be more than 2.36 inches at 110.2 ft. lbs. of pressure.
  • On IS300 models, reserve height should be more than 3.90 inches at 110.2 ft. lbs. of pressure.
  • On RX300 models, reserve height should be more than 4.80 inches at 110.2 ft. lbs. of pressure.
  • On SC430 models, reserve height should be more than 3.94 inches at 44.1 ft. lbs. of pressure.

Brake Booster Operational Test

Operating inspection
  • ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

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

Lexus -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2002 Lexus LX470 4.7 V8 GAS

Normal Service

Manufacturer does not specify service interval

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

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

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Lexus LX470 4.7 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
  • Remove bolt and disconnect flexible hose from steering knuckle.
  • Remove bolts, washers and brake cylinder.
  • Support caliper by using mechanics wire.
  • Remove grease cap from flange using suitable tool.
  • Remove snap ring pliers using suitable tool.
  • Remove bolts and disconnect ABS speed sensor and wire harness.
  • Remove bolts and disconnect steering knuckle arm. Clean threads of two bolts and steering knuckle with approved cleaner. Apply sealant to threads of the bolts.
  • Remo...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Lexus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Description
Vehicle: 2008 Lexus RX400H 3.3 V6 ELECTRIC/GAS

A tire pressure sensor and transmitter assembly is installed in each tire and wheel assembly. The sensor measures the tire pressure. The measured tire pressure and transmitter identification are transmitted as radio waves to the TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System) antenna and receiver on the body. From the receiver the signal is sent to the TPMS ECU (Electronic Control U...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

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

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1994 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

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

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Lexus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Lexus -> 2001-06 LS430, 2007-09 LS460 & 2008-09 LS600h -> Front Cabin Air Filter -> Rear Cabin Air Filter
Vehicle: 2003 Lexus LS430 4.3 V8 GAS

Front Cabin Air Filter

On 2001-03 LS430 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 16 months or 20,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.

On 2004-06 LS430, 2007-09 LS460 and 2008-09 LS600h models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 10,000 miles. 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 re...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

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

Lexus -> Engine Oil Reminder/Maintenance Required Lamp -> 2008-09 LX570
Vehicle: 2009 Lexus LX570 5.7 V8 GAS

  • Switch the display to the trip meter A when the engine is running.
  • Place the ignition switch in the off position.
  • While pressing the trip meter reset button, place ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

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

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2005 Lexus RX330 3.3 V6 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 water outlet.
  • Remove hose from water outlet.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

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

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Lexus GS460 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Remove V-Bank engine cover subassembly.
  • Remove air cleaner inlet cover subassembly.
  • Remove bolt from air cleaner inlet.
  • Remove air cleaner connector pipe by loosing clamps.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm c...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

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

Front Cabin Components Diagram for 2008 Lexus IS F  5.0 V8 GASFront Cabin Components Diagram for 2008 Lexus IS F 5.0 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Center Airbag Sensor Assembly
  • SRS Warning Light
  • Occupant Classification Sensor
  • Occupant Classification ECU
  • Passenger Airbag On/Off Indicator
  • Connector And Ground Locations Diagram for 2005 Lexus GX470  4.7 V8 GASConnector And Ground Locations Diagram for 2005 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Connector IH1
  • Connector II1
  • Connector IJ1
  • Connector IK1
  • Splice I-1
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

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

    2008 Lexus IS F  5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Lexus IS F 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Starter Relay
  • Starter
  • Park/Neutral Position Switch
  • Transmission Control ECU
  • 2005 Lexus SC430  4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Lexus SC430 4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Accessory Relay
  • Shift Lock Control ECU
  • Left Remote Controlled Mirror
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: SPEC TOOLS - 4TH QTR PROMOTIONAL PACKAGE
    Vehicle: 1994 Lexus SC400 4.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
  • Document: RADIATOR CAP INSPECTION
    Vehicle: 1994 Lexus SC400 4.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Cooling, Water Pump, Drive Belts, Pulleys
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

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