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1999 Lexus SC300 CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Lexus REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Lexus -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> A/C Unit, Replace -> ES 300 -> GS 300 & GS 400 -> LS 400 -> RX 300 -> SC 300 & SC 400
Vehicle: 1999 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

When servicing "LX 470" refer to" Land Cruiser" in for service procedures.

ES 300
  • Drain engine coolant, then recover refrigerant as outlined under .
  • Disconnect water valve control cable from water valve, then disconnect water hoses from heater core pipes.
  • Remove instrument panel as outlined under "Instrument Panel, Replace."
  • Remove blower unit.
  • Disconnect and cap liquid line and suction line from block joint.
  • Remove rear air ducts and heater protector.
  • Disconnect heater unit electrical connectors, then remove heater unit attaching nuts...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> System Service -> ABS Actuator -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> GS300, GS400 & GS430 -> Hydraulic Brake Booster -> IS300 -> LS400 -> LS430 -> RX300 -> SC300 & SC400 -> SC430 -> Speed Sensors
Vehicle: 1999 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

Brake System Bleed

Refer to "Hydraulic Brake Systems" for bleeding the ABS brake system.

Component Replacement

ABS Actuator
IS300
  • Remove air cleaner and air cleaner inlet.
  • Disconnect six brake lines from actuator.
  • Disconnect two brake hoses and two electrical connectors, Fig. .
  • Remove nut and two bolts, then the ABS & TRAC actuator.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • After installation, fill brake reservoir with brake fluid and bleed brake system.
    • Inspect brake system for leaks.
LS400
  • Remove air cleaner assembly and air cleaner inlet.
  • Remove battery clamp cover, bolt and air cl...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Lexus -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1999 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

Normal Service

Manufacturer does not specify service interval

...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Rear
Vehicle: 1999 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

Rear

  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and rear wheels.
  • Remove center exhaust pipe.
  • Remove cotter pin and lock cap.
  • Remove bolts securing rear suspension member brace.
  • Place reference mark on driveshaft and side gear. Do not punch mark reference mark, use paint.
  • Remove six driveshaft side gear bolts and washers while depressing brake pedal. Coat bolt threads with engine oil.
  • Hold inboard joint side of driveshaft so that outboa...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove engine under cover.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Disconnect alternator electrical connector.
  • Remove rubber cap and nut, then dis...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Lexus -> Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ->
Vehicle: 1999 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

On some models equipped with OBD II, the MIL will also illuminate if the fuel tank filler cap is not properly tightened. Tighten fuel tank filler cap until it clicks.

On some models equipped with OBD II, if a misfire condition which may cause damage to the catalytic converter is present, the Check engine lamp will flash once per second until vehicle operation is outside the speed and load range causing the misfire. The lamp will stop flashing and remain steady

On all models, the MIL should light when the ignition switch is placed in the On position without starting the engine. When the engine is...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

  • Remove battery and battery tray.
  • Remove engine undercover, then drain engine coolant into suitable container.
  • Disconnect upper radiator, reservoir, lower radiator and A/T oil cooler hoses from radiator. Plug all hose ends.
  • Remove No. 2 fan shroud clips, then disconnect No. 2 fan shroud claw from No. 1 fan shroud hook and remove No. 2 fan shroud.
  • Remove upper radiator support nuts, then the upper ra...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1999 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1999 Lexus SC300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Instrument Panel Relay Locations Diagram for 1999 Lexus SC300  3.0 L6 GASInstrument Panel Relay Locations Diagram for 1999 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Engine Control Module
  • J/B
  • PPS ECU
  • Integration Relay
  • Theft Deterrent ECU
  • I/P Connector Locations, A10 Through E21 Diagram for 1999 Lexus SC300  3.0 L6 GASI/P Connector Locations, A10 Through E21 Diagram for 1999 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Combination Switch
  • Cigarette Lighter
  • CD Player
  • Blower Motor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1999 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1999 Lexus SC300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1999 Lexus SC300  3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram1999 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Moon Roof Control Relay
  • Power Window Master Switch
  • Moon Roof Motor
  • Right Power Window Motor
  • 1999 Lexus SC300  3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram1999 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Igniter
  • Ignition Coil and Igniter 2
  • Ignition Coil and igniter 3
  • Ignition Coil and Igniter 1
  • Ignition Coil and Igniter 4
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1999 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1999 Lexus SC300 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: PERMANENT-TYPE PROTECTIVE WAX COATINGS
    Vehicle: 1999 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Finishes, Body Structure, Frame, Bumpers
  • Document: REPLACEMENT CERTIFICATION LABELS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1999 Lexus SC300 3.0 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Identification, Models, Labels, Etc.
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1999 Lexus SC300 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1999 Lexus SC300 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 1999 Lexus SC300 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 1999 Lexus SC300 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 1999 Lexus SC300 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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