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2005 Lexus GS430 CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Lexus REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Lexus GS430 AUTOMOBILES

Lexus -> Power Brake Units -> Adjustments -> Brake Pedal Freeplay -> Brake Pedal Height -> Except LX470 -> LX470
Vehicle: 2005 Lexus GS430 4.3 V8 GAS

Brake Pedal Height

Except LX470
  • Measure brake pedal height, Fig. .
  • On RX300 models, pedal height should be 7.598-7.992 inches.
  • On RX330 models, pedal height should be 5.906-6.299 inches.
  • On ES300 and ES330 models, pedal height should be 5.673-6.067 inches.
  • On LS430 models, pedal height should be 6.654-7.047 inches.
  • On IS300 models, pedal height should be 6.063-6.457 inches.
  • On all models, if pedal height measurements are not as specified, adjust as follows:
    • Remove undercover and lower dash finish panel.
    • Disconnect stop lamp switch.
    • Loosen stop light switch locknut, then back out switch.
    • Loosen ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Lexus GS430 AUTOMOBILES

Lexus -> Component Locations -> GS430, LS430, LX470, RX300, RX330, RX400h, SC430 & 1998-06 GS300
Vehicle: 2005 Lexus GS430 4.3 V8 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Lexus GS430 AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front
Vehicle: 2005 Lexus GS430 4.3 V8 GAS

Front

  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and rear wheels.
  • Remove suspension member brace bolts.
  • Remove split pin and driveshaft castle nut and washer from front hub.
  • Apply brake and remove axle hub nut.
  • Place reference mark on adjusting cam and lower suspension arm
  • Remove bolt and disconnect lower suspension arm from axle hub.
  • Place reference ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Lexus GS430 AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Lexus GS430 4.3 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove engine under cover.
  • Remove air cleaner inlet.
  • Loosen belt tension by turning drive belt tensioner counterclockwise, then remove drive belt.
  • Remove power steering pump pulley.
  • Disconnect alternator connector.
  • Remove rubber cap and nut, then disconnect alternator wire.
  • Disconnect alternator housing...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Lexus GS430 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Lexus -> 2002-05 GS300 & GS430
Vehicle: 2005 Lexus GS430 4.3 V8 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced 7,500 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the glove compartment.
  • Remove the cover located at the rear of the glove compartment by lifting upward and pulling outward, Fig. .
  • Through the glove compartment rear co...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Lexus GS430 AUTOMOBILES

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 2005 Lexus GS430 AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 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 2005 Lexus GS430 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Lexus GS430 4.3 V8 GAS

  • Remove air intake duct seal.
  • Remove air cleaner inlet.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm counterclockwise, using a suitable tool to relieve tension ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2005 Lexus GS430 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2005 Lexus GS430 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Inner Mirror Compass Diagram for 2005 Lexus GS430  4.3 V8 GASInner Mirror Compass Diagram for 2005 Lexus GS430 4.3 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Junction Block
  • Inner Mirror
  • ECU-IG Fuse
  • F Relay Locations Diagram for 2005 Lexus GS430  4.3 V8 GASF Relay Locations Diagram for 2005 Lexus GS430 4.3 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Engine Control Module
  • Headlight Cleaner Control Relay
  • Headlight Beam Level Control ECU
  • ECU Box
  • Daytime Running Light Relay No.3
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2005 Lexus GS430 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2005 Lexus GS430 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2005 Lexus GS430  4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Lexus GS430 4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Dimmer Switch
  • Headlamp Relay
  • Fog Relay
  • 2005 Lexus GS430  4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Lexus GS430 4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Malfunction Indicator Lamp
  • EFI Relay
  • Data Link Connector 3
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2005 Lexus GS430 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2005 Lexus GS430 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: REPAIR MANUAL SUPPLEMENT: VEHICLE PULLING TO ONE SIDE - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2005 Lexus GS430 4.3 V8 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Pull, Grab
  • Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
  • Document: UPPER/LOWER WINDSHIELD TICK NOISE
    Vehicle: 2005 Lexus GS430 4.3 V8 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2005 Lexus GS430 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2005 Lexus GS430 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 2005 Lexus GS430 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 2005 Lexus GS430 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 2005 Lexus GS430 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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