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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+

Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 2001-02 -> Oil Charge -> 3.5 RL -> 4Runner -> 626 -> Accent -> Accord -> Acura -> Amigo, Rodeo & Trooper -> Audi -> Avalon -> B-Series Pickup & Tribute -> BMW -> Cabrio, Golf, GTI & Jetta -> Camry & Camry Solara -> Celica & Echo -> Civic & CR-V -> CL -> Corolla -> Daewoo -> Diamante -> Eclipse -> Elantra & Tiburon -> ES300 -> Eurovan -> Forester & Legacy -> Galant -> GS300 & GS430 -> Hombre -> Honda -> Hyundai -> Impreza -> Infiniti -> Integra -> IS300, LS430, RX300 & SC430 -> Isuzu -> Jaguar -> Kia -> Land Cruiser -> Land Rover -> Lexus -> LX470 -> Mazda -> MDX -> Mercedes Benz -> Miata -> Millenia -> Mirage & Lancer -> Mitsubishi -> Montero -> Montero Sport -> MPV -> MR2, Highlander & Sequoia -> New Beetle -> Nippondenso Compressor -> Nissan -> Odyssey -> Outback -> Passat -> Passport -> Porsche -> Prelude & S2000 -> Protege -> RAV4 -> RSX -> Saab -> Sanden Compressor -> Santa Fe & Sonata -> Sienna & Tacoma -> Subaru -> Suzuki -> TL -> Toyota -> Tundra -> VehiCROSS -> Volkswagen -> Volvo -> XG300 & XG350
Vehicle: 2002 Lexus LS430 4.3 V8 GAS

Remove defective components. Add the proper amount of oil to each replacement component. Most recovery/recycling equipment will measure the amount of oil being removed. This is the amount of oil to be added back to the system, follow manufactures instructions provided with the recovery/recycling station.

Acura

Integra

When replacing compressor drain old and new units. Add oil to new compressor equal to 5.0 oz. minus amount drained from old unit, but do not add more than 1.7 oz. of oil.

When replacing other system components add the following amount of new oil...

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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+.

Power Brake Units -> Adjustments -> Brake Pedal Freeplay -> Brake Pedal Height
Vehicle: 2002 Lexus GS300 3.0 L6 GAS

Brake Pedal Height

  • Measure brake pedal height, Fig. .
  • On RX300 models, pedal height should be 7.598-7.992 inches.
  • On ES300 models, pedal height should be 5.748-6.142 inches for 1997-2001 models and 5.673-6.067 for 2002 models.
  • On SC300 and SC400 models, pedal height should be 5.921-6.315 inches.
  • On LS400 models, pedal height should be 5.268-5.661 inches.
  • On LS430 models, pedal height should be 6.654-7.047 inches.
  • On IS300 & SC 430 models, pedal height should be 6.063-6.457 inches.
  • On GS300, GS400 & GS430 models, pedal height should be 5.906-6.299 inches.
  • On all models, if pedal height measur...

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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 Replacement -> RX330, 1998-00 GS400 & 1999-03 RX300 -> Fuel Pressure Release -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2005 Lexus RX330 3.3 V6 GAS

Fuel Pressure Release

  • On GS300 and 400 models, remove the rear seat cushion.
  • On RX300 models, remove the lefthand rear seat and side garnish.
  • On all models, remove the carpeting to access the floor service hole cover.
  • Disconnect the fuel pump electrical connector.
  • Start the engine and allow to idle until it stalls.
  • Place the ignition switch in the Lock position.
  • Disconnect the battery ground cable.

Removal & Installation

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any ...

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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+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Lexus LS600H L 5.0 V8 ELECTRIC/GAS

  • Raise vehicle off ground and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove bolts and nuts securing front exhaust pipe assembly.
  • Remove front floor heat insulator.
  • Remove four nuts, grommets and front floor heat insulator.
  • Remove driveline center bearing by loosening adjusting nut using suitable tool.
  • Make a reference mark across driveline and transmission companion flange.
  • Remove bolts, washer, and nuts from companion flange.Driveline and flexible coupling should not be separated.
  • Make a reference mark across driveline and differential companion flange.
  • Remove bolts from...

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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+.

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: 2007 Lexus GS430 4.3 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 AUTOMOBILES

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

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Lexus GS300 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable. After removing battery ground cable wait 90 seconds to prevent air bag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
  • Remove nuts securing v-bank cover.
  • Remove clips securing cool air intake duct seal.
  • Remove bolts securing righthand engine under cover.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm counterclockwise using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Remove A/C compressor with pulley assembly.
  • Remove bolt securing A/C suction hose from compressor.
  • Remove O-ring from suction hose. Seal openings of any disconnected high or low A/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 -> 2006-09 IS250, IS350 & 2008-09 IS F
Vehicle: 2006 Lexus IS350 3.5 V6 GAS

The cabin air filter should be cleaned every 18 months or 15,000 miles and replaced every 36 months or 30,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the glove compartment.
  • Rem...

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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 -> 2001-06 LS430
Vehicle: 2003 Lexus LS430 4.3 V8 GAS

  • Push the TRIP button to change the trip meter display to blank.
  • Place the ignition switch in the off position.
  • While pressing the RESET button, place the ignition switch in the on position.
  • Keep push...

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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+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2004 Lexus GS430 4.3 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 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: 2007 Lexus IS250 2.5 V6 GAS

  • Remove air intake duct seal.
  • Remove bolts from air cleaner inlet.
  • Remove V-Bank engine cover subassembly.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm counterclockwise, using a suitable...

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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+.

Body Components Diagram for 2008 Lexus LS600H L 5.0 V8 ELECTRIC/GASBody Components Diagram for 2008 Lexus LS600H L 5.0 V8 ELECTRIC/GAS

Components on diagram:
  • ECM
  • Combination Meter
  • Fuel Lid Opener Switch
  • Fuel Lid Courtesy Switch
  • Fuel Lid Opener Motor
  • Steering Diagram for 2004 Lexus ES330  3.3 V6 GASSteering Diagram for 2004 Lexus ES330 3.3 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Steering Sensor
  • YAW Rate Sensor
  • Junction Connector
  • Skid Control ECU
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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 GS350  3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Lexus GS350 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Pump Relay
  • Circuit Opening Relay
  • EFI Main Relay
  • Injector Relay
  • Fuel Suction Pump and Gage Assembly
  • 2008 Lexus SC430  4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Lexus SC430 4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Remote Control Mirror Switch
  • LH Remote Control Mirror
  • Mirror Retractor Switch
  • Driver Door ECU
  • Front Controller
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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: REPLACEMENT CERTIFICATION LABELS
    Vehicle: 1999 Lexus GS400 4.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Identification, Models, Labels, Etc.
  • Document: TIRE PRESSURE WARNING VALVE/SENSOR ACTIVATION
    Vehicle: 2008 Lexus GS350 3.5 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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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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