1996 Lexus ES300 Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Lexus ES300 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Lexus ES300 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> ES300 -> Fluid Pressure Test -> GS300, LS400, SC300 & SC400 -> GS300, SC300, SC400 & LS400 -> Inspection -> Master Cylinder -> Proportioning Valve
Vehicle: 1996 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS

Master Cylinder

ES300

Refer to Camry in "Hydraulic Brake Systems" in "Toyota Unit Repair" for service procedure.

GS300, LS400, SC300 & SC400
Disassemble
  • Remove master cylinder boot, Figs. and .
  • Remove setscrew, then the reservoir tank. Remove cap and strainer from reservoir.
  • Remove two grommet, then place cylinder in suitable vise.
  • On models less TRAC, push piston in and remove stopper bolt.
  • On models with TRAC, push pistons in and remove No. 1, then No. 2 stopper bolts.
  • On all models, push pistons in and remove snap ring, then carefully remove No. 1 pist...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Lexus ES300 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Lexus ES300 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1993-94 -> 1995-96 -> ABS & TRAC ECU -> ABS ECU -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Actuator Operation -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Component Testing -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> GS300 -> GS300 & LS400 -> Less TRAC -> LS400 -> SC300 & SC400 -> Speed Sensor Diagnosis -> Terminal Identification -> Throttle Valve Motor Driver ECU -> TRAC ECU -> Wiring Diagrams -> With TRAC
Vehicle: 1996 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

  • Turn ignition switch to On position.
  • Disconnect short pin from DLC1, Fig. , then connect diagnosis check wire tool No. 09843-18020, or equivalent, to terminals Tc and E1 of DLC1 or DLC2.
  • Read diagnostic trouble code from ABS warning light on combination meter. If no diagnostic trouble code appears, inspect diagnostic circuit or ABS warning circuit.
  • After completing check, disconnect terminals Te and E1 and turn off display. If more than one diagnostic trouble code is stored, lowest number will appear first.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Lexus ES300 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Lexus ES300 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 1996 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Lexus ES300 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Lexus ES300 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Precautions -> Coded Theft Protection Disarming
Vehicle: 1996 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS

Coded Theft Protection Disarming

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

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Lexus ES300 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Lexus ES300 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Adjustments -> Brake Pedal Freeplay -> Brake Pedal Height
Vehicle: 1996 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS

Brake Pedal Height

  • Measure brake pedal height, Fig. .
  • If pedal height is not 5.81-6.2 inches on ES300, 5.3-5.7 inches on 1993 GS300, 5.35-5.75 inches on 1994-96 GS300, 5.92-6.31 inches on SC300 and SC400 or 5.62-6.02 inches on 1993-94 LS400, or 5.26-5.66 inches on 1995-96 LS400 models, adjust pedal height as follows:
    • Remove the undercover and lower dash finish panel as outlined under "Instrument Panel, Replace" in " Dash Panel Service" .
    • Disconnect stop lamp switch.
    • Loosen stop light switch locknut, then back out switch.
    • Loosen pushrod locknut.
    • Adjust pedal height by turning pedal pushro...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Lexus ES300 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Lexus ES300 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Assembly -> Caliper Overhaul -> Caliper, Replace -> Disassembly
Vehicle: 1996 Lexus ES300 3.0 V6 GAS

Caliper, Replace

  • Remove brake hose from caliper assembly, by removing union bolt and gaskets.
  • Remove caliper bolts from torque plate, then the caliper.
  • Remove brake pads and hardware as outlined in "Brake Pad Service."
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Use new gaskets on union bolt and tighten union bolt to specifications.
    • Tighten caliper bolts to specifications.
    • Fill reservoir, then bleed brakes and check for leaks.

Caliper Overhaul

Disassembly
  • Remove calipers as outlined.
  • Remove cylinder boot set rings and cylinder boots.
  • Place a piece of cloth between piston and cal...

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