steering lexus LS400 1995 Engine / 1995 LS400: CHASSIS

SECTION 6 – 3
207
SERVICE PROCEDURES AND
SPECIFICATIONS
Chassis
Specifications208 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking brake fluid210 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking power steering fluid211 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking tire pressure 212. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rotating tires213 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking and replacing tires214 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing snow tires and chains216 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing wheels217 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aluminum wheel precautions218 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CHASSIS
209 − STEERING
Freeplay
Power steering fluid
Less than 30 mm (1.2 in.)
Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON®−II
− TIRES AND WHEELS
Tire size
Tire inflation pressure
Recommended cold tire inflation pressure
Vehicle load up to four occupants
Vehicle loaded up to vehicle capacity weight
Wheel size
Wheel nut torque
P225 / 60R16 97V
Front 200 kPa (2.0 kgf / cm
2 or bar, 29 psi)
Rear 200 kPa (2.0 kgf / cm2 or bar, 29 psi)
Front 220 kPa (2.2 kgf / cm
2 or bar, 32 psi)
Rear 220 kPa (2.2 kgf / cm2 or bar, 32 psi)
For sustained high speeds above 160 km / h (100 mph), in
countries where such speeds are permitted by law, add 80
kPa (0.9 kgf / cm
2, 0.8 bar, 12 psi) to the front tires and rear
tires, but never exceed the maximum cold tire pressure
molded on the tire sidewall.
16 x 7 JJ
103 N
.m (10.5 kgf.m, 76 ft.lb.)

CHASSIS
211
CHECKING POWER STEERING
FLUID
Check the fluid level on the dipstick. If necessary, add
automatic transmission fluid DEXRON®− II.
If the vehicle has been driven around 80 km / h (50 mph) for 20
minutes (a little more in frigid temperatures), the fluid is hot
(60
C − 80
C or 140
F − 175
F). You may also check the level
when the fluid is cold (about room temperature, 10
C − 30
C
or 50
F − 85
F) if the engine has not been run for about five
hours.
 1
If cold O.K. 2
lf hot O.K. 3
Add fluid
1. Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
2. Remove the filler cap by turning it counterclockwise and
wipe the dipstick clean.
3. Reinstall the filler cap.
4. Remove the filler cap again and look at the fluid level. If the
fluid is cold, the level should be in the “COLD” range on the
dipstick. Similarly, if it is hot, the fluid level should be in the
“HOT” range. If the level is at the low side of either range, add
automatic transmission fluid DEXRON
®− II to bring the level
within the range.
5. After replacing the filler cap, visually check the steering box
case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or damage.

CHASSIS
212
CAUTION
The reservoir may be hot so be careful not to burn
yourself.
NOTICE
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering could be
damaged.
When adding the power steering fluid, avoid spilling
it. The generator under the power steering reservoir
could be damaged if fluid is spilled on it.
CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE
The recommended cold tire pressures, tire size and the
vehicle capacity weight are given on the label inside the
glovebox lid.
You should check the tire pressures every two weeks, or at
least once a month. And don’t forget the spare! The pressure
for the spare tire should be 220 kPa (2.2 kgf / cm
2 or bar, 32
psi). Incorrect tire pressure can reduce tire life and make your
vehicle less safe to drive.
Low tire pressure results in excessive wear, poor handling,
reduced fuel economy, and the possibility of blowouts from
overheated tires. Also, low tire pressure can cause poor
sealing of the tire bead. If the tire pressure is excessively low,
there is the possibility of wheel deformation and / or tire
separation. So keep your tire pressures at the proper level. If
a tire needs frequent refilling, have it checked by your Lexus
dealer.