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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+

Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 2003-04 -> Leak Test -> Electronic Leak Detectors -> Fluid Leak Detectors
Vehicle: 2003 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

Testing the refrigerant system for leaks is one of the most important phases of troubleshooting. One or more of the methods outlined will prove useful in detecting leaks or checking connections if service work is performed. Before beginning any leak test, attach a manifold gauge set and note pressure. If little or no pressure is indicated, a partial charge must be installed. Check all connections, compressor head gasket, oil filler plug and compressor shaft seal for leaks.

R-12 leak detectors will not detect R-134a leaks. For R-134a system an electronic type leak detector i...

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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 -> Precautions -> Coded Theft Protection Disarming
Vehicle: 2003 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

Coded Theft Protection Disarming

  • Obtain theft protection code number from customer.
  • Enter code number prior to disconnecti...

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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 -> Component Locations -> ES330, GX470, IS250, IS300, IS350 & 1997-03 ES300
Vehicle: 2005 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

The fuel filt...

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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+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2004 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 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+.

Wiring Diagrams -> Wire Color Code Identification
Vehicle: 2009 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

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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+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

  • Discharge fuel system pressure.
  • Drain engine coolant into a suitable container.
  • Disconnect cable from negative battery terminal.
  • Remove V-bank cover sub-assembly.
  • Remove air cleaner hose assembly.
  • Disconnect fuel hose.
  • Disconnect fuel hose.
  • Disconnect fuel vapor feed hose assembly.
  • Disconnect eight fuel injector connectors.
  • Disconnect throttle position sensor connector.
  • Disconnect water temperature sensor connector.
  • Remove three bolts and separate engine wire harness.
  • Disconnect water bypass hose.
  • Disconnect water bypass hose.
  • Remove six bolts and four nuts.
  • Remove intake manifold and two gas...

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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: 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 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 -> Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Indicator -> 2004-09 GX470 -> Registration -> Relearn -> Reset -> System Initialization -> Tire Pressure Sensor & Transmitter -> TPMS ECU
Vehicle: 2004 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

Reset

The Low Tire Pressure indicator lamp will flash slowly and/or sound a chime when tire pressure is low. When the tire is inflated to the proper pressure the lamp and tone will turn Off. If the lamp remains On, a problem in the low tire warning system is present and the low tire warning system must be diagnosed and serviced to reset the warning lamp.

Relearn

Registration
TPMS ECU

If replacing the TPMS ECU, prior to removal, use a suitably programmed scan tool to read the registered transmitter identification number for all wheels and note them for registration.

  • Connect a suitably pr...

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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+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2008 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 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: 2005 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+.

Body Component Locations Diagram for 2006 Lexus GX470  4.7 V8 GASBody Component Locations Diagram for 2006 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Vapor Pressure Sensor
  • Tension Reducer Solenoid
  • Woofer Speaker
  • Step Light
  • Airbag Sensor
  • 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:
  • ECM
  • Combination Meter
  • Courtesy Lamp Switch
  • Transponder Key Amplifier
  • Transponder Key Control Module
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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.

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

    Components on diagram:
  • Heated Mirror Relay
  • 2003 Lexus GX470  4.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Foglamp Relay
  • RH Foglamp
  • LH Foglamp
  • Headlamp 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: A/C PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT - OBSOLETE
    Vehicle: 2003 Lexus GX470 4.7 V8 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Insufficient Performance
  • Auto Systems:
  • Heating, A/C, Ventilation, Defogger
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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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