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Lexus 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 Lexus AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Lexus cars and light trucks from 1990+

Import Compressor Service -> Nippondenso Compressor -> Compressor Seal, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Lexus IS300 3.0 L6 GAS

  • Remove felt oil seal, Fig. .
  • Remove snap ring using suitable snap ring pliers.
  • Remove key from shaft using suitable tools, then apply compressor oil to inner bore of compressor.
  • Remove sh...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

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

Lexus -> Power Brake Units -> Adjustments -> Brake Pedal Freeplay -> Brake Pedal Height -> Except LX470 -> LX470
Vehicle: 2004 Lexus SC430 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 Lexus AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Lexus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Lexus -> Component Locations -> GS430, LS430, LX470, RX300, RX330, RX400h, SC430 & 1998-06 GS300
Vehicle: 2000 Lexus RX300 3.0 V6 GAS

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

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Lexus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Rear
Vehicle: 1998 Lexus GS300 3.0 L6 GAS

Rear

  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and rear wheels.
  • Disconnect exhaust pipe. Support exhaust pipe assembly securely.
  • Remove split pin and driveshaft castle nut and washer from front hub.
  • Place reference mark on driveshaft and side gear shaft. Do not use a punch to mark matchmarks, use paint.
  • Remove six hexagon bolts and two washers while depressing brake ...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Lexus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Wiring Diagrams -> Wire Color Code Identification
Vehicle: 2007 Lexus GS430 4.3 V8 GAS

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Lexus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

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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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Lexus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Lexus -> 1996-2000 LS400 & 1999-2003 RX300
Vehicle: 1999 Lexus RX300 3.0 V6 GAS

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.

  • Open the glove compartment.
  • Remove the cover from the rear of the glove compartment.
  • Through the glove compartment cover opening, disengage the filter cover retainers, then remove the cover and th...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Lexus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Lexus -> Low Coolant Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2009 Lexus LS460 4.6 V8 GAS

This lamp will be illuminated when the coolant level in the radiator drops below a pre-determined point. To reset the lamp, bring the c...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Lexus cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1991 Lexus LS400 4.0 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 t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Lexus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 Lexus LS400 4.0 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 Lexus AUTOMOBILES

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

Body Components Diagram for 2008 Lexus RX350  3.5 V6 GASBody Components Diagram for 2008 Lexus RX350 3.5 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Heater Fuse
  • Deicer Relay
  • Instrument Panel Junction Block
  • R/B No.1
  • MIR HTR Fuse
  • Seat Connector Locations Diagram for 1998 Lexus GS400  4.0 V8 GASSeat Connector Locations Diagram for 1998 Lexus GS400 4.0 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Driver Seat Reclining Control Power Seat Motor
  • Driver Seat Slide Control Power Seat Motor
  • Driver Seat Front Vertical Control Power Seat Motor
  • Driver Seat Rear Vertical Control Power Seat Motor
  • Seat Belt Warning Occupant Detection Sensor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

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

    2008 Lexus IS F  5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Lexus IS F 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Starter Relay
  • Starter
  • Park/Neutral Position Switch
  • Transmission Control ECU
  • 2007 Lexus GS430  4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2007 Lexus GS430 4.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Combination Meter
  • Electronically Controlled Transmission Solenoid
  • 4WD Control ECU
  • Multi Information Display
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Lexus AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: F-Sport Rear Coil Spring Click Noise
    Vehicle: 2007 Lexus IS350 3.5 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
  • Document: PAINT COLORS
    Vehicle: 2003 Lexus SC430 4.3 V8 GAS

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

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