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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Lexus ES300 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 ES300 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Import Compressor Service -> Nippondenso Compressor -> Compressor Seal, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Remove felt oil seal, Fig. .
  • Remove snap ring using suitable snap ring pliers.
  • Remove key from shaft using suitable tools, then apply compressor oil to inner bore of compressor.
  • Remove sh...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Lexus ES300 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Lexus ES300 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Lexus -> Power Brake Units -> Adjustments -> Brake Pedal Freeplay -> Brake Pedal Height -> Except LX470 -> LX470
Vehicle: 2003 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS

Brake Pedal Height

Except LX470
  • Measure brake pedal height, Fig. .
  • On RX300 models, pedal height should be 7.598-7.992 inches.
  • On RX330 models, pedal height should be 5.906-6.299 inches.
  • On ES300 and ES330 models, pedal height should be 5.673-6.067 inches.
  • On LS430 models, pedal height should be 6.654-7.047 inches.
  • On IS300 models, pedal height should be 6.063-6.457 inches.
  • On all models, if pedal height measurements are not as specified, adjust as follows:
    • Remove undercover and lower dash finish panel.
    • Disconnect stop lamp switch.
    • Loosen stop light switch locknut, then back out switch.
    • Loosen ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Lexus ES300 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Lexus ES300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Lexus -> Component Locations -> ES330, GX470, IS250, IS300, IS350 & 1997-03 ES300
Vehicle: 2000 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS

The fuel filt...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Lexus ES300 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Lexus ES300 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove front fender apron seal.
  • Remove cotter pin and lock nut cap.
  • Loosen bearing lock nut while depressing brake pedal.
  • Drain out gear oil fluid.
  • Remove cotter pin and nut from tie rod end.
  • Using a suitable puller or SST 09923-00020 disconnect tie rod end from steering knuckle.
  • Remove nut and disconnect stabilizer bar link from lower arm.
  • Remove bolt and two nuts.
  • Disconnect steering knuckle from lower ball joint.
  • Place match marks on drive shaft and side gear shaft or center drive shaft. Do not use a punch to mark matchmarks. Use paint, etc.
  • Loosen six ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Lexus ES300 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Lexus ES300 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove battery assembly.
  • Remove air cleaner assembly and cleaner bracket.
  • Remove air cleaner ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Lexus ES300 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Lexus ES300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Lexus -> 2002-03 ES300
Vehicle: 2003 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 7,500 miles or 6 months. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.

  • Open the glove compartment.
  • Remove the screw attaching the glove compartment brace to the glove compartment.
  • Remove the two retaining pins located at the upper portion of the glove compartment, then lower the glove compartment, Fig. .
  • Through the glove compartment opening, remove the cabin air filter housing, Fig. .
  • Remove...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Lexus ES300 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Lexus ES300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Lexus -> Automatic Transmission Oil Temperature Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2003 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS

This lamp will be illuminated when automatic transmission or transfer case fluid temperature exceeds 302°F. If the lamp lights, allow vehicle to operate at idle speed until fluid temperature falls below 248°F; t...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Lexus ES300 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Lexus ES300 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1994 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Lexus ES300 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Lexus ES300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Lexus ES300 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Lexus ES300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Body Components Diagram for 2002 Lexus ES300  3.0 V6 GASBody Components Diagram for 2002 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Speaker Relay
  • Power Window Motor
  • Light Failure Sensor
  • Telephone Transceiver Relay
  • ECU Front
  • Engine Control Components Diagram for 1992 Lexus ES300  3.0 V6 GASEngine Control Components Diagram for 1992 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Water Temperature Sensor
  • Distributor
  • Total Diagnostic Communication Link
  • Ignition Switch
  • ECU
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Lexus ES300 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Lexus ES300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2001 Lexus ES300  3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Moon Roof Control Relay
  • Ignition Switch
  • Power Relay
  • Horn Relay
  • 2000 Lexus ES300  3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2000 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Cigarette Lighter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Clock
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Lexus ES300 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Lexus ES300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: AMBIENT TEMP DISPLAYS -22 DEG F - PROCEDURE
    Vehicle: 1996 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • False Instrument Panel Indications
  • Auto Systems:
  • Heating, A/C, Ventilation, Defogger
  • Document: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID REQUIREMENTS
    Vehicle: 2000 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chemicals, Antifreeze, Additives
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Lexus ES300 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Lexus ES300 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 ES300 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 ES300 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 ES300 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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