torque LEXUS ES300 2005 Repair Manual

C92308
NVm (kgfVcm, ftVlbf) : Specified torque
35 (360, 26)
Non-reusable partUn-lock Waring
Switch AssyTransponder Key Amplifier
Ignition Switch Lock
Cylinder Assy
Steering Column Upper
w/ Switch Bracket Assy
Steering Column Assy
Ignition or Starter
Switch Assy
Steering Sliding
Yoke Sub-assySteering Column
Clamp Upper
 Tapered-Head Bolt
- STEERING COLUMNSTEERING COLUMN ASSY
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C90694
C90697
C90844H41505
Matchmarks
C90689
Matchmarks
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- STEERING COLUMNSTEERING COLUMN ASSY
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32. INSTALL STEERING COLUMN UPPER W/SWITCH
BRACKET ASSY
(a) Temporarily install the steering column upper w/switch
bracket assy and steering column upper clamp with 2 new
tapered-head bolts.
(b) Tighten the 2 tapered-head bolts until the bolt heads
break off.
33. INSTALL TRANSPONDER KEY AMPLIFIER
(a) Align the transponder key amplifier with the installation
position of the upper bracket with the amplifier inclined.
(b) Push the transponder key amplifier up and connect it to
the upper bracket.
NOTICE:
Take care not to push the amplifier up with excessive force
to prevent it from being damaged.
34. INSTALL STEERING SLIDING YOKE SUB-ASSY
(a) Align the matchmarks on the steering sliding yoke sub-
assy and steering main shaft assy.
(b) Install the steering sliding yoke sub-assy with the bolt.
Torque: 35 NVm (360 kgfVcm, 26 ftVlbf)
35. INSTALL STEERING COLUMN HOLE COVER SUB-ASSY NO.2
(a) Install the steering column hole cover sub-assy No.2.
(b) Install the hose clamp.
36. INSTALL STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT
SUB-ASSY
(a) Align the matchmarks on the intermediate shaft sub-assy
and steering gear assy.
(b) Install the steering intermediate shaft sub-assy with the
bolt.
Torque: 35 NVm (360 kgfVcm, 26 ftVlbf)

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Matchmarks
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37. INSTALL STEERING COLUMN ASSY
(a) Install the steering column assy with the 2 nuts and bolt.
Torque: 21 NVm (214 kgfVcm, 15 ftVlbf)
(b) Connect the driver side junction block.
(c) Connect the connectors and wire harness clamps.
38. CONNECT STEERING SLIDING YOKE SUB-ASSY
(a) Align the matchmarks on the steering sliding yoke sub-
assy and steering intermediate shaft sub-assy.
(b) Connect the steering sliding yoke sub-assy with the bolt.
Torque: 35 NVm (360 kgfVcm, 26 ftVlbf)
39. CONNECT FLOOR SHIFT PARKING LOCK CABLE ASSY
(a) Place the ignition switch lock cylinder assy at the key ACC position.
(b) Install the floor shift parking lock cable assy.
40. INSPECT CHECK KEY INTERLOCK OPERATION(See page 40-31)
41. INSTALL INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PLATE(See page 71-1 1)
42. INSTALL TURN SIGNAL SWITCH ASSY
(a) Install the turn signal switch assy with the 3 screws.
(b) Connect the airbag connector.
(c) Connect the 3 connectors.
43. INSPECT SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSY(See page 60-31)
44. INSTALL STEERING COLUMN COVER
(a) Install the steering column cover with the 3 screws.
45. INSTALL STEERING COLUMN COVER LWR NO.2
46. INSTALL HEATER TO FOOT DUCT NO.3(See page 71-1 1)
47. INSTALL INSTRUMENT PANEL INSERT SUB-ASSY LOWER LH
48. INSTALL INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSY UPPER
49. INSTALL FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH
50. PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

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51. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL ASSY
(a) Align the matchmarks on the steering wheel assy and steering main shaft assy.
(b) Install the steering wheel assy set nut.
Torque: 50 NVm (510 kgfVcm, 37 ftVlbf)
52. INSPECT HORN BUTTON ASSY(See page 60-22)
53. INSTALL HORN BUTTON ASSY(See page 60-22)
54. INSTALL STEERING PAD SWITCH
(a) Connect the connector.
(b) Install the steering pad switch with the 2 screws.
55. INSTALL CONNECTOR COVER
56. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL COVER LOWER NO.2
57. INSPECT SRS WARNING LIGHT(See page 05-818)

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- SUSPENSION CONTROL SYSTEMFRONT ACCELERATION SENSOR
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FRONT ACCELERATION SENSOR
REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH (See page 71-1 1)
2. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSY NO.1 (See page 71-1 1)
3. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSY LOWER (See page 71-1 1)
4. REMOVE ACCELERATION SENSOR ASSY
(a) Disconnect the acceleration sensor connector.
(b) Remove the nut and acceleration sensor from the instru-
ment panel reinforcement.
5. INSTALL ACCELERATION SENSOR ASSY
(a) Install the acceleration sensor with the nut.
Torque: 7.8 NVm (80 kgfVcm, 69 in.Vlbf)
(b) Connect the acceleration sensor connector.

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- SUSPENSION CONTROL SYSTEMREAR ACCELERATION SENSOR
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REAR ACCELERATION SENSOR
REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE REAR SEAT CUSHION ASSY (See page 72-39)
2. REMOVE REAR SEATBACK ASSY (See page 72-39)
3. REMOVE ROOF SIDE GARNISH INNER RH (See page 74-10)
4. REMOVE ACCELERATION SENSOR
(a) Disconnect the acceleration sensor connector.
(b) Remove the bolt and acceleration sensor from the side
pillar RH.
5. INSTALL ACCELERATION SENSOR
(a) Install the acceleration sensor with the bolt.
Torque: 7.8 NVm (80 kgfVcm, 69 in.Vlbf)
(b) Connect the acceleration sensor connector.

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ABSORBER CONTROL ECU
REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH (See page 71-1 1)
2. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSY UPPER (See page 71-1 1)
3. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL INSERT SUB-ASSY LOWER LH (See page 71-1 1)
4. REMOVE ABSORBER CONTROL ECU
(a) Disconnect the 2 absorber control ECU connectors.
(b) Remove the 2 nuts and absorber control ECU.
5. INSTALL ABSORBER CONTROL ECU
(a) Install the absorber control ECU with the 2 nuts.
Torque: 7.8 NVm (80 kgfVcm, 69 in.Vlbf)
(b) Connect the 2 absorber control ECU connectors.

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12. Install the rear seat center belt assembly RH.
A. Check the degree of tilt when the ELR begins to lock.
Check that the belt does NOT lock at less then 15
of tilt in any direction
but locks at over 45
of tilt when gently moving the installed retractor.
Unlock
Lock455
B. Install the retractor of the rear seat center belt assembly RH and torque the bolt.
Torque: 42 Nm (420 kgfcm, 31 ftlbf)
C. Check the ELR lock.
Check that the belt locks when pulled out quickly.
D. Check the fastening function for the child restraint system.
NOTE:
Check should be done with the assembly installed.
a. Check that the belt cannot be pulled out any more but can be rewound after
being pulled out.
b. Check that the belt can be pulled out and rewound after being fully rewound.
Repair
Procedure
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E. Install the floor anchor of the rear seat center belt assembly RH with the bolt
facing the arrow mark on the plate toward the front of the vehicle.
Torque: 42 Nm (420 kgfcm, 31 ftlbf)
NOTE:
Ensure that the anchor does NOT run into any protrusions on the floor panel.
FrontProtrusion
Protrusion
F. Check the ELR lock.
Check that the belt locks when pulled out quickly.
13. Remove the rear seat center belt assembly LH.
Remove the bolt and remove the rear seat center belt assembly LH.
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Procedure
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14. Install the rear seat center belt assembly LH.
A. Check the degree of tilt when the ELR begins to lock.
Check that the belt does NOT lock at less then 15
of tilt in any direction
but locks at over 45
of tilt when gently moving the installed retractor.
Unlock
Lock455
B. Install the retractor of the rear seat center belt assembly LH and torque the bolt.
Torque: 42 Nm (420 kgfcm, 31 ftlbf)
C. Check the ELR lock.
Check that the belt locks when pulled out quickly.
D. Check the fastening function for the child restraint system.
NOTE:
Check should be done with the assembly installed.
a. Check that the belt cannot be pulled out any more but can be rewound after
being pulled out.
b. Check that the belt can be pulled out and rewound after being fully rewound.
Repair
Procedure
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