oil level LEXUS GS400 2000 Service Owner's Manual

LU05J±01
B01989
O±Ring
Pull
P10747
Z02375
SSTSST LU±6
± LUBRICATION (2JZ±GE)OIL PUMP
1578 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
REMOVAL
HINT:
When repairing the oil pump, the oil pan and strainer should be
removed and cleaned.
1. REMOVE ENGINE WITH TRANSMISSION
(See page EM±62)
2. SEPARATE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
(See page EM±62)
3. INSTALL ENGINE TO ENGINE STAND FOR
REMOVAL
4. REMOVE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
5. REMOVE TIMING BELT, IDLER PULLEY AND CRANK-
SHAFT TIMING PULLEY (See page EM±16)
6. REMOVE OIL DIPSTICK AND GUIDE
(a) Disconnect the engine wire clamp from the dipstick guide.
(b) Remove the bolt.
(c) Pull out the dipstick guide together with the dipstick.
(d) Remove the O±ring from the dipstick guide.
7. REMOVE OIL LEVEL SENSOR
(a) Disconnect the level sensor connector.
(b) Remove the 4 bolts and level sensor.
(c) Remove the gasket from the level sensor.
NOTICE:
Be careful not to drop the oil level sensor when removing
it.
8. REMOVE NO.2 OIL PAN
(a) Remove the 16 bolts and 2 nuts.
(b) Insert the blade of SST between the No.1 and No.2 oil
pan, break the seal of the applied sealer and remove the
No.2 oil pan.
SST 09032±00100
NOTICE:
Be careful not to damage the No.2 oil pan contact surface
of the No.1 oil pan. Be careful not to damage the oil pan
flange.

MA003±06
MA±4
± MAINTENANCEUNDER HOOD
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UNDER HOOD
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
1. GENERAL NOTES

Maintenance items may vary from country to country. Check the owner's manual supplement in which
the maintenance schedule is shown.

Every service item in the periodic maintenance schedule must be performed.

Periodic maintenance service must be performed according to whichever interval in the periodic main-
tenance schedule occurs first, the odometer reading (miles) or the time interval (months).

Maintenance service after the last period should be performed at the same interval as before unless
otherwise noted.

Failure to do even one item an cause the engine to run poorly and increase exhaust emissions.
2. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Check that there is sufficient fluid in the tank.
3. ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL
Check that the coolant level is between the ºFULLº and ºLOWº lines on the see±through reservoir.
4. RADIATOR AND HOSES
(a) Check that the front of the radiator is clean and not blocked with leaves, dirt or bugs.
(b) Check the hoses for cracks, kinks, rot or loose connections.
5. BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
Check that the electrolyte level of all battery cells is between the upper and lower level lines on the case.
6. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
Check that the brake fluid levels are near the upper level line on the see±through reservoirs.
7. ENGINE DRIVE BELT
Check drive belt for fraying, cracks, wear or oiliness.
8. ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Check the level on the dipstick with the engine turned off.
9. POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL

Check the level on the dipstick.

The level should be in the ºHOTº or ºCOLDºrange depending on the fluid temperature.
10. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL
(a) Park the vehicle on a level surface.
(b) With the engine idling and the parking brake applied, shift the selector into all positions from ºPº to ºLº,
and then shift into ºPº position.
(c) Pull out the dipstick and wipe off the fluid with a clean rag. Re±insert the dipstick and check that the
fluid level is in the HOT range.
(d) Do this check with the fluid at normal driving temperature (70 ± 80°C, 158 ± 176°F).
HINT:
Wait until the engine cools down (approx. 30 min.) before checking the fluid level after extended driving at
high speeds, in hot weather, in heavy traffic or pulling a trailer.
11. EXHAUST SYSTEM
If any change in the sound of the exhaust or smell of the exhaust fumes is noticed, have the cause located
and corrected.

PP0O2±02
± PREPARATIONBODY ELECTRICAL
PP±93
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EQUIPMENT
Voltmeter
Ammeter
Ohmmeter
Test lead
ThermometerEngine coolant temperature sender gauge, Engine oil level warn-
ing switch, Seat heater
SyphonBrake fluid level warning switch
Oil bathEngine oil level warning switch
Bulb (1.4 W)Defogger switch
Bulb (3.4 W)Fuel sender gauge, Engine coolant temperature receiver gauge,
Seat belt warning relay
Dry cell batteryFuel sender gauge, Power mirror
Heat lightSeat heater
Hexagon wrench (6 mm)Power seat
Torque wrench
Clip removerFor removing cowl louver
Masking tapeRear window defogger wire
Tin foilRear window defogger wire

SS0DZ±02
SS±16
±
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TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightenedN´mkgf´cmft´lbf
Union bolt x Cylinder block9090066
Oil pressure switch x Union bolt1515011
Oil drain plug x No.2 oil pan3838028
Oil pump body cover x Oil pump body101058
Plug x Oil pump body4950036
Oil pump x Cylinder block2121015
No.1 oil pan x Cylinder block 12 mm head
14 mm head21
40210
40015
30
Oil pan baffle plate x No.1 oil pan9.09080 in.´lbf
Oil strainer x No.1 oil pan9.09080 in.´lbf
No.2 oil pan x No.1 oil pan9.09080 in.´lbf
Oil level sensor x No.1 oil pan5.45548 in.´lbf
Crankshaft position sensor x Oil pump9.09080 in.´lbf

SS0F3±01
± SERVICE SPECIFICATIONSSTEERING
SS±57
213 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
STEERING
SERVICE DATA
POWER STEERING FLUID
Fluid level rise Maximum5 mm (0.20 in.)
Fluid pressure at idle speed with valve closed Minimum8,336 kPa (85 kgf/cm2, 1,209 psi)
STEERING WHEEL
Steering wheel freeplayMaximum30 mm (1.18 in.)
Steering effort at idle speedMaximum7 N´m (70 kgf´cm, 61 in.´lbf)
PS VANE PUMP
2JZ±GE Engine:
Vane pump rotating torqueMaximum0.25 N´m (2.5 kgf´cm, 2.2 in.´lbf)
Oil clearance between pump shaft and bushing STD0.03 ± 0.05 mm (0.0012 ± 0.0020 in.)
Oil clearance between pump shaft and bushingMaximum0.07 mm (0.0028 in.)
Vane plate heightMinimum8.6 mm (0.339 in.)
Vane plate thickness Minimum1.40 mm (0.0551 in.)
Vane plate lengthMinimum14.99 mm (0.5902 in.)
Clearance between the rotor groove and plateMaximum0.033 mm (0.0013 in.)
Vane plate length Pump rotor and cam ring mark
NONE14.999 ± 15.001 mm (0.59051 ± 0.59059 in.)
114.997 ± 14.999 mm (0.59043 ± 0.59051 in.)
214.995 ± 14.997 mm (0.59035 ± 0.59043 in.)
314.993 ± 14.995 mm (0.59027 ± 0.59035 in.)
414.991 ± 14.993 mm (0.59020 ± 0.59027 in.)
Spring free lengthMinimum33.2 mm (1.307 in.)
1UZ±FE Engine:
Vane pump rotating torqueMaximum0.25 N´m (2.5 kgf´cm, 2.2 in.´lbf)
Oil clearance between pump shaft and bushing STD0.03 ± 0.05 mm (0.0012 ± 0.0020 in.)
Oil clearance between pump shaft and bushingMaximum0.07 mm (0.0028 in.)
Vane plate heightMinimum8.0 mm (0.315 in.)
Vane plate thickness Minimum1.77 mm (0.0697 in.)
Vane plate lengthMinimum14.97 mm (0.5894 in.)
Clearance between the rotor groove and plateMaximum0.035 mm (0.0014 in.)
Vane plate length Pump rotor and cam ring mark
NONE14.996 ± 14.998 mm (0.59039 ± 0.59047 in.)
114.994 ± 14.996 mm (0.59032 ± 0.59039 in.)
214.992 ± 14.994 mm (0.59024 ± 0.59032 in.)
314.990 ± 14.992 mm (0.59016 ± 0.59024 in.)
414.988 ± 14.990 mm (0.59008 ± 0.59016 in.)
Spring free lengthMinimum36.0 mm (1.42 in.)
POWER STEERING GEAR
Steering rack runout Maximum0.30 mm (0.0118 in.)
Total preload (Control valve rotating torque)0.5 ± 1.7 N´m (4.7 ± 17.2 kgf´cm, 4.1 ± 14.9 in.´lbf)
PROGRESSIVE POWER STEERING (PPS)
PPS solenoid valve resistance6 ± 11 W

SR0DH±01
F03835
R07281
Normal Abnormal
R11361
5 mm (0.2 in.) or less
Engine Idling Engine Stopped SR±4
± STEERINGPOWER STEERING FLUID
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2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
INSPECTION
1. CHECK FLUID LEVEL
(a) Keep the vehicle level.
(b) With the engine stopped, check the fluid level in the oil
reservoir.
If necessary, add fluid.
Fluid: ATF DEXRON® II or III
HINT:
Check that the fluid level is within the HOT LEVEL range on the
reservoir cap dipstick.
If the fluid is cold, check that it is within the COLD LEVEL range.
(c) Start the engine and run it at idle.
(d) Turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times to
boost fluid temperature.
Fluid temperature: 80°C (176°F)
(e) Check for foaming or emulsification.
If there is foaming or emulsification, bleed power steering sys-
tem. (See page SR±3)
(f) With the engine idling, measure the fluid level in the oil
reservoir.
(g) Stop the engine.
(h) Wait a few minutes and remeasure the fluid level in the oil
reservoir.
Maximum fluid level rise: 5 mm (0.20 in.)
If a problem is found, bleed power steering system.
(See page SR±3)
(i) Check the fluid level.

SA0R1±03
± SUSPENSION AND AXLETROUBLESHOOTING
SA±1
2001 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the likely
cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.
SymptomSuspect AreaSee page
Wander/pulls
5. Tires (Worn or improperly inflated)
6. Wheel alignment (Incorrect)
7. Steering linkage (Loosen or worn)
8. Hub bearings (Loosen or worn)
9. Steering gear (Out of adjustment or broken)
10.Suspension parts (Worn out)SA±2
SA±4
SA±7
±
SA±9
SA±43
±
±
Bottoming
1. Vehicle (Overloaded)
2. Spring (Weak)
3. Shock absorber (Worn out)±
SA±17
SA±86
SA±21
SA±89
Sways/pitches
1. Tires (Worn or improperly inflated)
2. Stabilizer bar (Bent or broken)
3. Shock absorber (Worn out)SA±2
SA±39
SA±105
SA±21
SA±89
Front wheel shimmy
1. Tires (Worn or improperly inflated)
2. Wheels (Out of balance)
3. Shock absorber (Worn out)
4. Wheel alignment (Incorrect)
5. Ball joints (Worn)
6. Hub bearings (Loosen or worn)
7. Steering linkage (Loosen or worn)
8. Steering gear (Out of adjustment or broken)SA±2
SA±2
SA±21
SA±4
SA±34
SA±9
±
±
Abnormal tire wear
1. Tires (Improperly inflated)
2. Wheel alignment (Incorrect)
3. Suspension parts (Worn out)
4. Shock absorber (Worn out)SA±2
SA±4
SA±7
±
SA±21
SA±89
Noise in rear differential
1. Oil level (Low or wrong grade)
2. Excessive backlash between pinion and ring gear
3. Ring, pinion or side gears (Worn or chipped)
4. Pinion shaft bearing (Worn)
5. Side bearing (Worn)SA±61
SA±63
SA±63
SA±63
SA±63
Oil leak from rear differential
1. Oil level (Too high or wrong grade)
2. Drive pinion oil seal (Worn or damaged)
3. Side gear oil seal (Worn or damaged)
4. Companion flange (Loose or damaged)
5. Side gear shaft (Damaged)SA±61
SA±63
SA±60
SA±67
SA±63

R08549
Less than 5 mm (0.20 in.) SA±62
± SUSPENSION AND AXLEREAR DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR SHAFT OIL SEAL
2062 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
9. FILL AND CHECK DIFFERENTIAL OIL LEVEL
Torque: 49 N´m (500 kgf´cm, 39 ft´lbf)
Oil grade: Hypoid gear oil API GL±5
Viscosity:
Above ±18°C (0°F) SAE 90
Below ±18°C (0°F) SAE 80W±90 or 80W
Capacity: 1.35 liters (1.43 US qts, 1.19 lmp qts)