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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Lexus GX470 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 GX470 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Lexus -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Cabin Air Filter, Replace -> ES 300 & ES 330 -> Front -> GS 300, GS 430 & IS 300 -> LS 430 -> LX 470 -> Rear -> RX 300 & RX 330 -> SC 430
Vehicle: 2003 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 30,000 miles or 24 months. If the vehicle is operated primarily in urban areas with high concentrations of soot and diesel powered vehicles, replace the filter every 15,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.

ES 300 & ES 330

  • Release two cabin air filter cover retainers, then remove cover.
  • Remove cabin air filter element from housing.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

GS 300, GS 430 & IS 300

  • Remove glove compartment bolts.
  • Open glove co...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Lexus GX470 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Lexus -> Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Except LX470 -> GS300, GS430 & SC430 -> GX470 -> Hydraulic Brake Booster -> LX470 -> Master Cylinder -> Traction Control (TRAC) Actuator
Vehicle: 2003 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

Master Cylinder

Except LX470
  • Remove air cleaner cover with air cleaner hose.
  • Disconnect level warning switch connector.
  • Remove brake fluid with suitable syringe.
  • Remove brake lines with brake line wrench No. 09023-00100 and 09751-36011, or equivalents.
  • Remove master cylinder mounting nuts, then the master cylinder and gasket.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Adjust length of booster pushrod before installation of master cylinder.
    • After installation, fill brake fluid and bleed brake system.
    • Inspect for brake fluid leaks.
    • Inspect and adjust brake pedal.
LX470
  • Remove br...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Lexus GX470 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Lexus -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> GX470 -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2006 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

Fuel System Pressure Relief

  • Remove circuit opening relay located in engine compartment relay box.
  • Start the engine and allow it to idle until it stalls, then turn ignition OFF.
  • Remove the fuel tank cap to release air from fuel tank.
  • Disconnect the battery ground cable.
  • Install the circuit opening relay.

Removal & Installation

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may igni...

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

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Lexus GX470 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
  • Drain differential oil into suitable container.
  • Remove lefthand front axle cotter pin, adjusting cap, and nut.
  • Separate front speed sensor using suitable tool.
  • Disconnect clamp.
  • Remove bolt and separate speed sensor wiring harness from steering knuckle.
  • Separate tie rod end sub-assembly by removing cotter pin and nut.
  • Separate tie rod end from steering knuckle using suitable too...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Lexus GX470 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 GX470 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

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: 2008 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 Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Lexus GX470 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 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 Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Lexus GX470 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Lexus -> 2003-09 GX470
Vehicle: 2009 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 Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Lexus GX470 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Lexus -> Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ->
Vehicle: 2009 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

On some models equipped with OBD II, the MIL will also illuminate if the fuel tank filler cap is not properly tightened. Tighten fuel tank filler cap until it clicks.

On some models equipped with OBD II, if a misfire condition which may cause damage to the catalytic converter is present, the Check engine lamp will flash once per second until vehicle operation is outside the speed and load range causing the misfire. The lamp will stop flashing and remain steady

On all models, the MIL should light when the ignition switch is placed in the On position without starting the engine. When the engine is...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Lexus GX470 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2003 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 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 GX470 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Lexus GX470 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 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 Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

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

Instrument Panel Connectors and Grounds Diagram for 2007 Lexus GX470  4.7 V8 GASInstrument Panel Connectors and Grounds Diagram for 2007 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Engine Room Main Wire
  • Engine Wire
  • Instrument Panel Wire
  • Roof Wire
  • Floor Wire
  • Connector And Ground Locations Diagram for 2006 Lexus GX470  4.7 V8 GASConnector And Ground Locations Diagram for 2006 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Floor Wire
  • Frame Wire
  • Splice B-1
  • Splice B-2
  • Splice B-3
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

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

    2003 Lexus GX470  4.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • LH Backup Lamp
  • RH Backup Lamp
  • Accessory Relay
  • Back Up Lamp Relay
  • 2006 Lexus GX470  4.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Heated Mirror Relay
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: REMANUFACTURED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
    Vehicle: 2006 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Identification, Models, Labels, Etc.
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
  • Document: CYLINDER HEAD BAFFLE PRECAUTIONS
    Vehicle: 2008 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Lexus GX470 AUTOMOBILES

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