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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Lexus LX470 AUTOMOBILES

Lexus -> Diagnosis & Testing -> A/C System Troubleshooting -> A/C System Does Not Operate -> Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Not Recorded, Set Mode Is Cleared When Ignition Switch Is Turned Off -> Engine Idle Up Does Not Occur, Or Is Continuous -> ES 300, GS 300, GS 430, IS 300, RX 300 & SC 430 -> Insufficient Air Flow -> LS 430 -> No Air Flow Mode Control -> No Air Inlet Control -> No Blower Control -> No Blower Operation -> No Cool Air Comes Out -> No Temperature Control (Only Maximum Cool Or Maximum Warm) -> No Warm Air Comes Out -> Output Air Is Warmer Or Colder Than Set Temperature Or Response Is Slow -> Seat Heater Does Not Operate
Vehicle: 2001 Lexus LX470 4.7 V8 GAS

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

A/C System Does Not Operate

  • Inspect ignition (IG) power source circuit.
  • Inspect A/C control assembly.

No Blower Operation

  • Inspect heater main relay circuit.
  • Inspect blower motor circuit.
  • Inspect engine coolant temperature sensor circuit.
  • Inspect ignition (IG) power source circuit.
  • Inspect A/C control assembly.

No Blower Control

  • Inspect blower motor circuit.
  • Inspect IG power source circuit.
  • Inspect heater mai...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Lexus LX470 AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Description
Vehicle: 2001 Lexus LX470 4.7 V8 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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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Lexus LX470 AUTOMOBILES

Lexus -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2001 Lexus LX470 4.7 V8 GAS

Normal Service

Manufacturer does not specify service interval

...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Lexus LX470 AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2001 Lexus LX470 4.7 V8 GAS

Front

  • Raise vehicle off ground and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove bolts securing rear engine undercover.
  • Make a reference mark across driveline and differential companion flange.
  • Remove bolts, washer, and nuts from companion flange.
  • Make a reference mark on driveline shaft flange and transfer flange.
  • Remove nuts and washers and front driveline shaft assembly.
  • Reverse procedure to install noting the following:
    • Torque driveline to differential companion flange mounting bolts to 59 ft. lbs.
    • T...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Lexus LX470 AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Lexus LX470 4.7 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain engine coolant into a suitable container.
  • Loosen belt by turning belt tensioner counterclockwise, and remove drive belt. Pulley bolt for belt tensioner has a lefthand thread.
  • Remove engine under cover.
  • Remove radiator assembly.
  • Remove power steering vane pump.
  • Disconnect alternator connector.
  • Remove rubber cap and nut, and di...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Lexus LX470 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Lexus -> 2000-07 LX470
Vehicle: 2001 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 2001 Lexus LX470 AUTOMOBILES

Lexus -> Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)/VSA System Warning Lamp -> 1990-2006
Vehicle: 2001 Lexus LX470 4.7 V8 GAS

The anti-lock warning lamp is used to warn of an anti-lock brake system fault. The lamp will be lit during engine start-up, but should go out when the self-diagnostic system determines that the anti-lock system is functioning properly. If the lamp remains lit, an anti-lock fault is indicated. After diagnosis and repair are complete, the lamp may be reset as follows:

  • Place ignition switch in On position.
  • On models except GX470, 2002-03 ES300, IS300, LS430, LX470, SC430 and 2004-06 ES330 and RX330 models, connect jumper tool No. 09843-18020, or equivalent, betwe...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Lexus LX470 AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2001 Lexus LX470 4.7 V8 GAS

Inlet

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heater core.
  • Remove hose from heater core.
  • Reposition hose clamp at water outlet.
  • Remove hose from water outlet.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Lexus LX470 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Lexus LX470 4.7 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 2001 Lexus LX470 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2001 Lexus LX470 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Ground Electrical Wiring Routing Diagram for 2001 Lexus LX470  4.7 V8 GASGround Electrical Wiring Routing Diagram for 2001 Lexus LX470 4.7 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Engine Wire
  • Front Door LH Wire
  • Front Door RH Wire
  • Instrument Panel Wire
  • Roof Wire
  • Combination Meter Components Diagram for 2001 Lexus LX470  4.7 V8 GASCombination Meter Components Diagram for 2001 Lexus LX470 4.7 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Speed Sensor
  • Oil Pressure Gauge
  • Fuel Tank
  • Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
  • Park/Neutral Position Switch
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Lexus LX470 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2001 Lexus LX470 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2001 Lexus LX470  4.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Lexus LX470 4.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Starter Relay
  • Ignition Switch
  • Starter
  • Generator
  • 2001 Lexus LX470  4.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Lexus LX470 4.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Washer Motor
  • Rear Wiper/Washer Switch
  • Rear Wiper Motor
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2001 Lexus LX470 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2001 Lexus LX470 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
    Vehicle: 2001 Lexus LX470 4.7 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Document: PERMANENT-TYPE PROTECTIVE WAX COATINGS
    Vehicle: 2001 Lexus LX470 4.7 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Finishes, Body Structure, Frame, Bumpers
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2001 Lexus LX470 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2001 Lexus LX470 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 2001 Lexus LX470 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 2001 Lexus LX470 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 2001 Lexus LX470 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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