service LEXUS GS400 2000 Service Owner's Manual

MA001±07
± MAINTENANCEOUTSIDE VEHICLE
MA±1
44 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
OUTSIDE VEHICLE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
These are maintenance and inspection items which are considered to be the owner's responsibility.
They can be done by the owner or they can have them done at a service shop.
These items include those which should be checked on a daily basis, those which, in most cases, do not
require (special) tools and those which are considered to be reasonable for the owner to do.
Items and procedures for general maintenance are as follows.
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. TIRES
(a) Check the pressure with a gauge. If necessary, adjust.
(b) Check for cuts, damage or excessive wear.
3. WHEEL NUTS
When checking the tires, check the nuts for looseness or for missing nuts. If necessary, tighten them.
4. TIRE ROTATION
Check the owner's manual supplement in which the maintenance schedule is shown.
5. WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
Check for wear or cracks whenever they do not wipe clean. If necessary, replace.
6. FLUID LEAKS
(a) Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, water or other fluid.
(b) If you smell gasoline fumes or notice any leak, have the cause found and corrected.
7. DOORS AND ENGINE HOOD
(a) Check that all doors and the tailgate operate smoothly, and that all latches lock securely.
(b) Check that the engine hood secondary latch secures the hood from opening when the primary latch
is released.

MA002±06
MA±2
± MAINTENANCEINSIDE VEHICLE
45 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
INSIDE VEHICLE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
These are maintenance and inspection items which are considered to be the owner's responsibility.
They can be done by the owner or they can have them done at a service shop.
These items include those which should be checked on a daily basis, those which, in most cases, do not
require (special) tools and those which are considered to be reasonable for the owner to do.
Items and procedures for general maintenance are as follows.
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. LIGHTS
(a) Check that the headlights, stop lights, taillights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all working.
(b) Check the headlight aiming.
3. WARNING LIGHTS AND BUZZERS
Check that all warning lights and buzzers function properly.
4. HORN
Check that it is working.
5. WINDSHIELD GLASS
Check for scratches, pits or abrasions.
6. WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER
(a) Check operation of the wipers and washer.
(b) Check that the wipers do not streak.
7. WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER
Check that air comes out from the defroster outlet when operating the heater or air conditioner.
8. REAR VIEW MIRROR
Check that it is mounted securely.
9. SUN VISORS
Check that they move freely and are mounted securely.
10. STEERING WHEEL
Check that it has the specified freeplay. Be alert for changes in steering condition, such as hard steering,
excessive freeplay or strange noises.
11. SEATS
(a) Check that all front seat controls such as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. operate smoothly.
(b) Check that all latches lock securely in any position.
(c) Check that the locks hold securely in any latched position.
(d) Check that the head restraints move up and down smoothly and that the locks hold securely in any
latches position.
(e) For folding±down rear seat backs, check that the latches lock securely.
12. SEAT BELTS
(a) Check that the seat belt system such as the buckles, retractors and anchors operate properly and
smoothly.
(b) Check that the belt webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or dameged.

MA003±06
MA±4
± MAINTENANCEUNDER HOOD
47 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
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.

PP0SN±01
PP±100
± PREPARATIONAIR CONDITIONING
152 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
AIR CONDITIONING
SST (Special Service Tools)
07110±58060Air Conditioner Service Tool Set
(07117±58060)Refrigerant Drain Service Valve
(07117±58070)T±Joint
(07117±58080)Quick Disconnect AdapterHigh pressure side
(07117±58090)Quick Disconnect AdapterLow pressure side
(07117±88060)Refrigerant Charging HoseHigh pressure side
(Color: Red)
(07117±88070)Refrigerant Charging HoseLow pressure side
(Color: Blue)
(07117±88080)Refrigerant Charging HoseUtility
(Color: Green)
07110±61050Wrench SetExpansion valve
(07111±21020)Holder
(07111±32020)Hexagon Wrench5 mm (0.20 in.)
07112±66040Magnetic Clutch Remover

PP0TK±01
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COOLING (2JZ±GE)
SST (Special Service Tools)
09230±01010Radiator Service Tool Set
09231±14010Punch

PP0TD±02
PP±2
± PREPARATIONENGINE MECHANICAL (2JZ±GE)
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2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
ENGINE MECHANICAL (2JZ±GE)
SST (Special Service Tools)
09201±10000Valve Guide Bushing Remover &
Replacer Set
(09201±01060)Valve Guide Bushing Remover &
Replacer 6
09202±70020Valve Spring Compressor
(09202±00010)Attachment
09213±70010Crankshaft Pulley Holding Tool
09222±30010Connecting Rod Bushing Remover
& Replacer
09223±15030Oil Seal & Bearing ReplacerCrankshaft rear oil seal
09248±55040Valve Clearance Adjust Tool Set
(09248±05410)Valve Lifter Press
(09248±05420)Valve Lifter Stopper
09316±60011Transmission & Transfer Bearing
Replacer
(09316±00011)Replacer PipeCrankshaft front oil seal
Camshaft oil seal

PP1XN±01
± PREPARATIONLUBRICATION (2JZ±GE)
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2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
SSM (Special Service Materials)
08826±00080Seal Packing Black or equivalent
(FIPG)Oil pump
No.1 oil pan
No.2 oil pan
08833±00080Adhesive 1344
THREE BOND 1344
LOCTITE 242 or equivalentOil pressure switch

PP0TV±01
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STARTING (2JZ±GE)
SST (Special Service Tools)
09286±46011Injection Pump Spline Shaft
PullerArmature bearing
09810±38140Starter Magnet Switch Nut Wrench
14Terminal nut
09820±00030Alternator Rear Bearing ReplacerArmature rear bearing

PP0TY±04
± PREPARATIONCHARGING (2JZ±GE)
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2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
CHARGING (2JZ±GE)
SST (Special Service Tools)
09285±76010Injection Pump Camshaft Bearing
Cone ReplacerRotor rear bearing cover
09820±00021Alternator Rear Bearing Puller
09820±00030Alternator Rear Bearing ReplacerRotor rear bearing
09820±63010Alternator Pulley Set Nut Wrench
Set
09950±40011Puller B Set
(09951±04020)Hanger 200Rectifier end frame
(09952±04010)Slide ArmRectifier end frame
(09953±04030)Center Bolt 200Rectifier end frame
(09954±04010)Arm 25Rectifier end frame
(09955±04041)Claw No.4Rectifier end frame
09950±60010Replacer Set
(09951±00500)Replacer 50Rotor front bearing

PP0N4±02
± PREPARATIONAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SST (Special Service Tools)
09032±00100Oil Pan Seal CutterOil pan
09308±00010Oil Seal PullerExtension housing rear oil seal
09309±37010Transmission Bearing ReplacerExtension housing rear oil seal
09350±30020TOYOTA Automatic Transmission
Tool Set
(09351±32020)Stator Stopper
09950±60010Replacer Set
(09951±00350)Replacer 35
09950±70010Handle Set
(09951±07100)Handle 100
09992±00095Automatic Transmission Oil
Pressure Gauge Set
(09992±00231)Adaptor C
(09992±00271)Gauge Assy