1996 Lexus SC300 Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Lexus SC300 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Assembly -> Caliper Overhaul -> Caliper, Replace -> Disassembly
Vehicle: 1996 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 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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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Lexus SC300 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 SC300 3.0 L6 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 SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Lexus SC300 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Description
Vehicle: 1996 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

When the brake pedal is depressed, a vacuum builds up in the booster which amplifies the pedal force, pressing on the piston in the master cylinder. The piston raises the hydraulic pressure in the cylinder. This ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Lexus SC300 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Description
Vehicle: 1996 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

When the brake pedal is depressed, a vacuum builds up in the booster which amplifies the pedal force, pressing on the piston in the master cylinder. The piston raises the hydraulic pressure in the cylinder. This hydr...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Lexus SC300 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Air Tightness Inspection -> Brake Booster Operational Test -> Brake Pedal Reserve Distance Inspection -> Operating Check
Vehicle: 1996 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

Brake Pedal Reserve Distance Inspection

  • Release parking brake.
  • With engine running, depress brake pedal and measure pedal reserve distance, Fig. .
  • If pedal reserve distance is not 2.76 inch on ES300 and 1995-96 LS400, 2.95 inch on GS300, 3.5 inch on SC300 and SC400 or 3.15 inch on 1993-94 LS400 models while applying 110.2 lbs. of force, check all brake components for correct operation.

Brake Booster Operational Test

Operating Check
  • Depress brake pedal several times with engine stopped and ensure pedal reserve distance doe...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Lexus SC300 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc Brakes & Parking Brakes -> Brake Pad Service
Vehicle: 1996 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

  • Remove caliper bolts from torque plate, Figs. through , then the caliper. Suspend caliper securely. Do not let caliper hang by brake hose.
  • On GS300 and LS400 models, remove the following:
    • Two anti-squeal springs.
    • Two brake pads.
    • Four anti-squeal shims.
    • Two pad wear indicators.
    • Four pad support plates.
  • On SC300 and SC400 models, remove the following:
    • Two anti-squeal springs.
    • Two brake pads.
    • Four anti-squeal shims.
    • Four pad support plates.
  • On ES300 models, remove the following:
    • Two brake pads.
    • Four anti-squeal shims.
    • F...

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