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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 -> 1998-2000 -> Evacuating System -> Using Charging Station -> Using Vacuum Pump
Vehicle: 1999 Lexus SC400 4.0 V8 GAS

Using Vacuum Pump

Vacuum pumps suitable for removing air and moisture from A/C systems are commercially available. A specification for system pump down used here is 28-291/2 inches vacuum. This reading can be attained at or near sea level only. For each 1000 feet of altitude this operation is performed, the reading will be 1 inch vacuum higher. For example, at 5000 feet elevation, only 23-241/2 inches of vacuum can be obtained. The system refrigerant must be completely recovered before it can be evacuated. Damage to the vacuum pump will result if pressurized ...

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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 -> Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Brake Lines -> Except LX470 -> Master Cylinder -> Traction Control (TRAC) System
Vehicle: 2004 Lexus LS430 4.3 V8 GAS

Master Cylinder

  • Fill reservoir with fluid.
  • Disconnect tubes from master cylinder. Then slowly depress brake pedal and hold.
  • Block off outlet holes with fingers and release pedal. Repeat three or four times.

Brake Lines

Bleed wheel with longest brake line first, then work back to the master cylinder according to brake line length.

  • Connect tube to brake cylinder.
  • Depress pedal several times and hold, then loosen bleeder plug with pedal still held down.
  • When fluid stops coming out, tighten bleeder plug and release pedal. Repeat several times.
  • Repeat entire...

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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: 1990 Lexus LS400 4.0 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+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Rear
Vehicle: 2001 Lexus IS300 3.0 L6 GAS

Rear

  • Raise vehicle off ground and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove engine undercovers.
  • Remove rear floor board.
  • Remove bolts and nuts securing front exhaust pipe assembly.
  • Disconnect heated oxygen sensor.
  • Remove five bolts and pipe support bracket, retainer and nut from exhaust manifold.
  • Disconnect the exhaust pipe assembly from four rings.
  • Remove exhaust pipe assembly.
  • Remove two gaskets from exhaust pipe assembly.
  • Make a reference mark across driveline and differential companion flange.
  • Remove bolts, washer, and nuts from companion flange.
  • Remove center suppor...

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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: 2009 Lexus LS460 4.6 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: 2000 Lexus LX470 4.7 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain engine coolant into a suitable container.
  • Loosen belt tension by turning belt tensioner counterclockwise, and remove drive belt. Pulley bolt for belt tensioner has a lefthand thread.
  • Remove engine under cover No. 1.
  • Remove radiator assembly.
  • Remove power steering vane pump pulley.
  • Disconnect alternator connecto...

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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 -> 2000-07 LX470
Vehicle: 2005 Lexus LX470 4.7 V8 GAS

On 2000-06 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles or 12 months. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.

On 2007 models, the cabin air filter should be cleaned every 12 months or 5,000 miles and replaced every 18 months or 15,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.

  • Remove the two screws securing the lower portion of the glove compartment door to the instrument panel, then the door.
  • Remove the three righthand lower instrument panel trim panel retaining screws, t...

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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 -> Air Bag Warning Lamp -> 2003-07 GS430
Vehicle: 2005 Lexus GS430 4.3 V8 GAS

  • Connect two service wires to terminals Tc and CG of data link connector.
  • Disconnect Tc within 10 seconds after DTC output begins.
  • SRS warning lamps will illuminate 3 seconds later. Within 2-4 seconds, connect terminals Tc and CG of DLC.
  • SRS warning lamp will go off within 2-4 seconds. Within 2-4 seconds, disconnect termi...

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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+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Lexus GS430 4.3 V8 GAS

  • Remove engine under cover, Fig. .
  • Drain engine coolant into suitable container.
  • Remove inlet and air cleaner.
  • Disconnect upper and lower radiator hoses from radiator.
  • Disconnect outlet duct from Engine Control Module (ECM) box.
  • Disconnect cooling fan wire from clamp, then the two cooling fan electrical connectors.
  • Disconnect cooling...

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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: 1992 Lexus LS400 4.0 V8 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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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+.

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning System Components Diagram for 2001 Lexus GS300  3.0 L6 GASTurn Signal and Hazard Warning System Components Diagram for 2001 Lexus GS300 3.0 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Turn Signal Switch
  • Gauge Fuse
  • TURN HAZ Fuse
  • Turn Signal Lights
  • Cowl Side No. 5 Junction Block
  • Power Mirror Control Components Diagram for 2002 Lexus RX300  3.0 V6 GASPower Mirror Control Components Diagram for 2002 Lexus RX300 3.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Ignition Switch
  • Mirror Switch
  • Mirror Assembly
  • Instrument Panel Junction Box
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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.

    1994 Lexus ES300  3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1994 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Wiper And Washer Switch
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Wiper Motor
  • Washer Motor
  • 2004 Lexus GS300  3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Lexus GS300 3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Taillamp Relay
  • Fog Lamp Relay
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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 RKE KEY CASINGS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2005 Lexus ES330 3.3 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Electronic Devices, Computers, PROMS, Sensors
  • Document: INITIALIZATION OF POWER WINDOW DURING PDS OR ANY TIME THE BATTERY TERMINAL HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED
    Vehicle: 2006 Lexus RX330 3.3 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Starting, Charging, Battery
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
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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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