warning light LEXUS GS400 2000 Service Owner's Manual

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F
E1
2
1/2
I04094
A
D
C
B
I01277
Battery Ignition
SwitchWarning Light
Wire Harness Side
1 BE±98
± BODY ELECTRICALCOMBINATION METER
2399 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
13. INSPECT FUEL SUB SENDER GAUGE RESISTANCE
Measure the resistance between terminals 1 and 2 for each
float position.
Float position mm (in.)Resistance (W)
F: Approx. 9.5 (0.37) ± 3 (0.12)Approx. 2.0 ± 1.0
1/2: Approx. 110.5 (4.35) ± 3 (0.12)Approx. 33.0 ± 3.0
E: Approx. 206.5 (8.13) ± 3 (0.12)Approx. 61.3 ± 1.0
If resistance value is not as specified, replace the sub sender
gauge.
14. INSPECT ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE RE-
CEIVER GAUGE OPERATION (See page DI±754)
15. INSPECT ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE RE-
CEIVER GAUGE RESISTANCE
Measure the resistance between terminals with fixing pointer to
the stopper.
Tester connectionResistance (W)
A ± B140 ± 185
C ± D130 ± 175
If resistance value is not as specified, replace the receiver
gauge.
HINT:
This circuit includes the diode.
If resistance value is not as specified, replace the receiver
gauge.
16. INSPECT LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT
(a) Disconnect the connector from the warning switch and
ground terminal on the wire harness side connector.
(b) Turn the ignition switch ON and check that the warning
light lights up.
If the warning light does not light up, test the bulb.

I01278
I01279
Battery Ignition
SwitchWarning Light
I04095
OFF
ON
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± BODY ELECTRICALCOMBINATION METER
BE±99
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2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
17. INSPECT LOW OIL PRESSURE SWITCH CONTINUITY
(a) Disconnect the connector from the switch.
(b) Check that continuity exists between terminal and ground
with the engine stopped.
(c) Check that no continuity exists between terminal and
ground with the engine running.
HINT:
Oil pressure should be over 24.5 kPa (0.25 kgf/cm
2, 3.55 psi).
If operation is not as specified, replace the switch.
18. INSPECT BRAKE WARNING LIGHT
(a) Disconnect the connector from the brake fluid warning
switch.
(b) Release the parking brake pedal.
(c) Connect the terminals on the wire harness side of the lev-
el warning switch connector.
(d) Start the engine, check that the warning light lights up.
If the warning light does not light up, test the bulb or wire har-
ness.
19. INSPECT BRAKE FLUID LEVEL WARNING SWITCH
CONTINUITY
(a) Remove the reservoir tank cap and strainer.
(b) Disconnect the connector.
(c) Check that no continuity exists between the terminals with
the switch OFF (float up).
(d) Use siphon, etc. to take fluid out of the reservoir tank.
(e) Check that continuity exists between the terminals with
the switch ON (float down)
(f) Pour the fluid back in the reservoir tank.
If operation is not as specified, replace the switch.
20. INSPECT BRAKE FLUID LEVEL WARNING SWITCH
CIRCUIT (See page DI±835)
21. INSPECT PARKING BRAKE SWITCH CONTINUITY
(a) Check that continuity exists between the terminal and
switch body with the switch ON (switch pin released).
(b) Check that no continuity exists between the terminal and
switch body with the switch OFF (switch pin pushed in).
If operation is not as specified, replace the switch or inspect
ground point.
22. INSPECT PARKING BRAKE SWITCH CIRCUIT
(See page DI±796)

I04097
Battery Ignition
SwitchWarning Light
Wire Harness Side
I04098
Wire Harness Side
I04099
BatteryIgnition
SwitchWarning Light
Wire Harness Side BE±100
± BODY ELECTRICALCOMBINATION METER
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2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
23. INSPECT REAR LIGHTS WARNING LIGHT
(See page DI±841)
(a) Disconnect the connector from the light failure sensor and
ground terminal 3 on the wire harness side connector.
(b) Start the engine, check that the warning light lights up.
If the warning light does not light up, inspect the bulb or wire har-
ness.
24. INSPECT LIGHT FAILURE SENSOR CIRCUIT
Disconnect connector from the light failure sensor and inspect
the connectors on the wire harness side as follows.
Tester connectionConditionSpecified condition
1 ± GroundConstantContinuity *
2 ± GroundConstantContinuity *
6 ± GroundConstantContinuity *
7 ± GroundConstantContinuity *
11 ± GroundConstantContinuity
12 ± GroundConstantContinuity *
5 ± GroundLight control switch OFFNo voltage
5 ± GroundLight control switch in TAIL or HEADBattery positive voltage
8 ± GroundIgnition switch in LOCK or ACCNo voltage
8 ± GroundIgnition switch ONBattery positive voltage
9, 10 ± GroundStop light switch OFFNo voltage
9, 10 ± GroundStop light switch ONBattery positive voltage
*: There is resistance because this circuit is grounded through
the bulb.
If circuit is as specified, replace the relay.
If circuit is not as specified, wiring diagram and inspect the cir-
cuits connected to other parts.
25. INSPECT ENGINE OIL LEVEL WARNING LIGHT
(a) Disconnect the connector from the switch.
(b) Run the engine.
(c) Turn the ignition switch ON, check that the warning light
lights up approximatery 40 seconds later.
If the warning light does not light up, inspect bulb or wire har-
ness.

I04102
ON OFF
I04103
ON OFF
I04104
Wire Harness Side
I01286
BatteryWarning Light
± BODY ELECTRICALCOMBINATION METER
BE±101
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2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
26. INSPECT ENGINE OIL LEVEL WARNING SENSOR
(a) Check that continuity exists between terminals with the
switch to below 40 °C (104 °F). (Warning switch ON)
(b) Heat the switch to above 60 °C (140 °F) in an oil bath.
(c) Check that there is continuity between terminals with the
switch ON (float up).
(d) Check that there is no continuity between terminals with
the switch OFF (float down).
If operation is not as specified, replace the switch.
27. INSPECT ENGINE OIL LEVEL WARNING SENSOR
CIRCUIT
Disconnect the switch connector and inspect the connector on
wire harness side, as shown.
Tester connectionConditionSpecified condition
2 ± GroundConstantContinuity
If continuity is not as specified, inspect the wire harness or
ground point.
28. INSPECT OPEN DOOR WARNING LIGHT
Disconnect the connector from the door courtesy switch and
ground terminal 1 on the wire harness side, and check that the
warning light lights up.
If the warning light does not light up, inspect the bulb or wire har-
ness.
29. INSPECT DOOR COURTESY SWITCH CONTINUITY
AND CIRCUIT (See page BE±60)

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Dark
(10k W)Bright
(0W)
4
5
I01322
Battery Ignition
SwitchWarning Light
2 1 Wire Harness Side
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1 2 OFF
ON
I01328
Battery Ignition
SwitchWarning Light
2 1 Wire Harness Side
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12
4
OFF
ON BE±102
± BODY ELECTRICALCOMBINATION METER
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2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
30. INSPECT LIGHT CONTROL RHEOSTAT OPERATION
Gradually, turn the rheostat knob from the bright side to dark
side and check that the resistance decreases from 10 kW to 0
W between terminal 4 and 5. (Rheostat knob turned to clock-
wise)
If operation is not as specified, replace the rheostat light control.
31. INSPECT WINDOW WASHER LEVEL WARNING
LIGHT
(a) Disconnect the connector from the warning switch and
ground terminal on the wire harness side connector.
(b) Engine running and check that the warning light lights up.
If the warning light does not light up, inspect the bulb or wire har-
ness.
32. INSPECT WINDOW WASHER LEVEL WARNING
SWITCH CONTINUITY
(a) Check that no continuity exists between the terminals with
the switch OFF (float up).
(b) Check that continuity exists between the terminals with
the switch ON (float down).
If operation is not as specified, replace the switch or inspect
ground point.
33. INSPECT SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT
(a) Disconnect the connector from the retractor switch and
ground terminal on the wire harness side connector.
(b) Turn the ignition switch ON and check that the warning
light lights up.
If the warning light does not light up, inspect the bulb or wire har-
ness.
34. INSPECT SEAT BELT BUCKLE SWITCH CONTINUITY
(a) Check that continuity exists between the terminals 1 and
4 on the switch side connector with the switch ON (belt
fastened).
(b) Check that continuity exists between the terminals 2 and
4 on the switch side connector with the switch OFF (belt
unfastened).
If operation is not as specified, replace the switch.

± BRAKETROUBLESHOOTING
BR±3
2111 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U) Noise from brakes
1. Pad (Cracked or distorted)
2. Installation bolt (Loose)
3. Disc (Scored)
4. Pad support plate (Loose)
5. Sliding pin (Worn)
6. Pad (Dirty)
7. Pad (Glazed)
8. Tension or return spring (Faulty)
9. Anti±squeal shim (Damaged)
10.Shoe hold±down spring (Damaged)BR±15
BR±24
BR±15
BR±24
BR±18
BR±27
BR±18
BR±18
BR±15
BR±24
BR±15
BR±24
BR±33
BR±18
BR±27
BR±33
Noise from hydraulic brake booster
(Abnormal pump motor operation noise)Accumulator bracket clearance (Out or adjustment)BR±56
Brake warning light lights up*1
(Parking brake pedal released)
1. Brake fluid level
2. Hydraulic brake booster power supply system (Faulty)BR±38
Brake warning light lights up and brake warning buzzer sounds*2Hydraulic brake booster power supply system (Faulty)BR±38
ABS warning light lights up*31. Anti±lock brake system (Faulty)
2. Hydraulic brake booster power supply system (Faulty)
BR±38
*1, *3: The light may stay on for about 60 seconds after the engine has been started. It is normal if it goes
out after a while.
*
2, *3: Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the warning light and buzzer. It is normal if the
light goes out and the buzzer stops sounding after a few seconds.
*
3: While ABS warning light is ON, both VSC warning light and VSC OFF indicator light come on.

Z03473
Ammeter
Battery
VoltmeterGenerator Disconnect Wire
from Terminal B
B01656
Terminal F
± CHARGING (2JZ±GE)CHARGING SYSTEM
CH±3
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7. CHECK CHARGE WARNING LIGHT CIRCUIT
(a) Warm up the engine and then turn it off.
(b) Turn off all accessories.
(c) Turn the ignition switch ºONº. Check that the charge warn-
ing light is lit.
(d) Start the engine. Check that the light goes off.
If the light does not go off as specified, troubleshoot the charge
light circuit.
8. INSPECT CHARGING CIRCUIT WITHOUT LOAD
HINT:
If a battery/generator tester is available, connect the tester to
the charging circuit as per manufacturer's instructions.
(a) If a tester is not available, connect a voltmeter and amme-
ter to the charging circuit as follows:

Disconnect the wire from terminal B of the genera-
tor, and connect it to the negative (±) probe of the
ammeter.

Connect the positive (+) probe of the ammeter to
terminal B of the generator.

Connect the positive (+) probe of the voltmeter to
terminal B of the generator.

Ground the negative (±) probe of the voltmeter.
(b) Check the charging circuit as follows:
With the engine running from idling to 2,000 rpm, check
the reading on the ammeter and voltmeter.
Standard amperage: 10 A or less
Standard voltage: 13.2 ± 14.8 V
If the voltmeter reading is more than standard voltage, replace
the voltage regulator.
If the voltmeter reading is less than standard voltage, check the
voltage regulator and generator as follows:

With terminal F grounded, start the engine and
check the voltmeter reading of terminal B.

If the voltmeter reading is more than standard volt-
age, replace the voltage regulator.

If the voltmeter reading is less than standard volt-
age, check the generator.
9. INSPECT CHARGING CIRCUIT WITH LOAD
(a) With the engine running at 2,000 rpm, turn on the high
beam headlights and place the heater blower switch at
ºHIº.
(b) Check the reading on the ammeter.
Standard amperage: 30 A or more
If the ammeter reading is less than the standard amperage, re-
pair the generator.
HINT:
If the battery is fully charged, the indication will sometimes be
less than standard amperage.

R11910Match Marks
± INTRODUCTIONFOR ALL OF VEHICLES
IN±11
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reset the memory. To avoid erasing the memory of
each memory system, never use a back±up power
supply from another battery.
(3) Even in cases of a minor collision where the SRS
does not deploy, the steering wheel pad, front pas-
senger airbag assembly, side airbag assembly,
front airbag sensor, side airbag sensor and seat belt
pretensioner should be inspected
(See page RS±15, RS±29, RS±42, RS±60, RS±65
and BO±125).
(4) Never use SRS parts from another vehicle. When
replacing parts, replace them with new parts.
(5) Before repairs, remove the airbag sensor if shocks
are likely to be applied to the sensor during repairs.
(6) Never disassemble and repair the airbag sensor as-
sembly, side airbag sensor assembly, steering
wheel pad, front passenger airbag assembly, side
airbag assembly, front airbag sensor, side airbag
sensor or seat belt pretensioner.
(7) If the airbag sensor assembly, side airbag sensor
assembly, steering wheel pad, front passenger air-
bag assembly, side airbag assembly, front airbag
sensor, side airbag sensor or seat belt pretensioner
has been dropped, or if there are cracks, dents or
other defects in the case, bracket or connector, re-
place them with new ones.
(8) Do not directly expose the airbag sensor assembly,
side airbag sensor assembly, steering wheel pad,
front passenger airbag assembly, side airbag as-
sembly, front airbag sensor, side airbag sensor or
seat belt pretensioner to hot air or flames.
(9) Use a volt/ohmmeter with high impedance (10 kW/V
minimum) for troubleshooting of the electrical cir-
cuit.
(10) Information labels are attached to the periphery of
the SRS components. Follow the instructions on the
notices.
(11) After work on the supplemental restraint system is
completed, check the SRS warning light (See page
DI±552).
(c) SPIRAL CABLE (in Combination Switch)
The steering wheel must be fitted correctly to the steering
column with the spiral cable at the neutral position, other-
wise cable disconnection and other troubles may result.
Refer to SR±17 of this manual concerning correct steer-
ing wheel installation.

MA002±06
MA±2
± MAINTENANCEINSIDE VEHICLE
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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.

PP0O2±02
± PREPARATIONBODY ELECTRICAL
PP±93
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2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
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