ECU LEXUS SC400 1991 Service Repair Manual
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4. INSTALL HIGH±TENSION CORDS(a) Connect the high±tension cords to the spark plugs anddistributor caps.
(b) Secure the high±tension cords with the cord clamps as
shown in the illustration.
(b) Connect the high±tension cords to the ignition coils.w Insert the grommet portion into the terminal hole of
the ignition coil.
IG±16
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IGNITION SYSTEM High±Tension Cords and Cord Clamps
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Differential oil:See item 22 (B)
(c) Reinstall the filler plug securely.
22. R E P L A C E A U TO M AT I C T RANSMISSION AND
DIFFERENTIAL OIL (FLUID)
A. Replace automatic transmission fluid
(a) Remove the drain plug, and drain the fluid.
(b) Clean the drain plug.
(c) Reinstall the drain plug securely.
(d) With the engine ªOFFº, add new fluid through the dipstick
tube.
Fluid type:
ATF Type T±II or equivalent
Drain and refill capacity: 1.9 liters (2.0 US qts. 1.7 lmp. qts)
(e) Start the engine and shift the selector into all positions fromªPº through ªLº, and then shift into ªPº position.
(f) With the engine idling, check the fluid level. Add fluid up the ªCOOLº level on the dipstick.
(g) Check that the fluid level is in the ªHOTº range at the normal
operating temperature (70 ± 80 C (158 ± 176 F)) and add
as necessary.
NOTICE: Do not overfill.
B. Replace differential oil
(a) Remove the filler and drain plugs, and drain the oil.
(b) Clean the drain plug.
(c) Reinstall the drain plug securely.
(d) Add new oil until it begins to run out of the filler hole.
Differential oil: Oil grade
API GL±5
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ViscosityAbove ± 185C (05F) SAE 90
Below ± 18 5C (0 5F) SAE 80W±90 or 80W
Capacity:
1.35 liters (1.43 US qts, 1.19 lmp. qts)
(e) Reinstall the filler plug securely.
23. TIGHTEN BOLTS AND NUTS ON CHASSIS AND BODY Tighten the following parts.
wFront seat±to±body mounting bolts
Torque: 37 N Vm (375 kgf Vcm, 27 ft Vlbf)
w Front suspension crossmembers - to - body mounting
nuts and bolts
Torque:
127 N Vm (1.300 kgf Vcm, 94 ft Vlbf) for nut
201 N Vm (2,050 kgf Vcm, 148 ft Vlbf) for bolt
w Rear suspension member - to - body mounting bolts
Torque: 176 NVm (1,800 kgfVcm, 130 ftVlbf)
wRear suspension member rear cushion - to - body
mounting bolts
Torque: 38 N Vm (390 kgf Vcm, 28 ft Vlbf)
24. BODY INSPECTION
(a) Check the body exterior for dents, scratches and rust
(b) Check the underbody for rust and damage.
If necessary, replace or repair.
25. ROAD TEST
(a) Check the engine and chassis for abnormal noises.
(b) Check that the vehicle does not wander or pull to one side.
(c) Check that the brakes work properly and do not drag.
(d) Perform setting of the parking brake shoes and drum.
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MAINTENANCE (1UZ ± FE)MA±17
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26. FINAL INSPECTION
(a) Check the operation of the body parts:wHood:
Auxiliary catch operates properly Hood locks securely
when closed
w Doors:
Door locks operate properly Doors close properly
w Luggage compartment door:
Door lock operates properly
w Seats:
Seat adjusts easily and locks securely in any position
Front seat back locks securely in any position Folding±
down rear seat backs lock securely
(b) Be sure to deliver a clean car. Especially check: wSteering wheel
w Shift lever knob
w All switch knobs
w Seats
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
MA00M±03
There are the maintenance and inspection
items which are considered to be the owner's
responsibility. They can be performed by the
owner or be 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 perform. Items and procedures
for general maintanance are as follows:
MA00P±04
OUTSIDE VEHICLE
1. TIRES
(a) Check the pressure with a gauge. Adjust ifnecessary.
(b) Check for cuts, damage or excessive wear.
2. WHEEL NUTS Wheel checking the tires, check the nuts for
looseness or for missing nuts. If necessary,
tighten them.
3. TIRE ROTATION It is recommended that tires be rotated every
12,000 km (7,500 miles).
4. WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Check for wear or cracks whenever they do not
wipe clean. Replace if necessary.
5. 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.
6. DOORS AND ENGINE HOOD
(a) Check that all doors including the trunk lid 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.
MA00R±05
INSIDE VEHICLE
7. LIGHTS
(a) C h e c k t h a t t h e h eadlights, stop lights,
tail±lights, turn signal lights, and other lights
are all working. (b) Check the headlight aiming.
8. WARNING LIGHT AND BUZZERS
Check that all warning lights and buzzers func-
tion properly.
9. HORN Check that it is working.
10. WINDSHIELD GLASS
Check for scratches, pits or abrasions.
11. WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER
(a) Check operation of the wipers and washer.
(b) Check that the wipers do not streak.
12. WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER Check that the air comes out from the defroster
outlet when operating the heater air condition-
er at defroster mode.
13. REAR VIEW MIRROR
Check that it is mounted securely.
14. SUN VISORS Check that they move freely and are mounted
securely.
15. STEERING WHEEL Check that it has the specified freeplay. Be
alert for changes in steering condition, such as
hard steering, excessive freeplay or strange
noise.
16. 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 ay latches position.
(e) For folding±down rear seat backs, check that the latches lock securely.
17. SEAT BELTS
(a) Ch e ck th a t th e se a t be lt syste m su ch as buckles, retractors and anchors operate
properly and smoothly.
(b) Check that the belt webbing is not cut, frayed,
worn or damaged.
18. ACCELERATOR PEDAL Check the pedal for smooth operation and un-
even pedal effort or catching.
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MAINTENANCE (1UZ ± FE)MA±19
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19. BRAKE PEDAL
(a) Check that pedal for smooth operation.
(b) Check that the pedal has the proper reservedistance and freeplay.
(c) Check the brake booster function.
20. BRAKES At a safe place, check that the brakes do not
pull to one side when applied.
21. PARKING BRAKE
(a) Check that the pedal has the proper travel.
(b) On a safe incline, check that the vehicle is held securely with only the parking brake applied.
22. A U TO M AT I C T RANSMISSION PARK
MECHANISM
(a) Check the lock release button of the selector lever for proper and smooth operation.
(b) On a safe incline, check that the vehicle is held securely with the selector lever in the ªPº
position and all brakes released.
MA00T±0A
UNDER HOOD
23. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDCheck that there is sufficient fluid in the tank.
24. ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL
Check that the coolant level is between the
LEVEL lines on the see±through reservoir at
normal temperature (20 5C (68 5F)).
25. 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.
26. BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
Check the indicator.
When the indicator color is blue, the condition
is satisfactory. A red color indicates that dis-
tilled water must be added, and white indicates
that charging is necessary. 27. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
Check that the brake fluid level is near the up-
per level line on the see±through reservoir.
28. ENGINE DRIVE BELT Check drive belt for fraying, cracks, wear or oili-
ness.
29. ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Check that level on the dipstick with the engine
turned off.
30. POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL Check the level on the dipstick.
The level should be in the ªHOTº or ªCOLDº
range depending on the fluid temperature.
31. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL
(a) Park the vehicle on a level surface.
(b) With the engine idling and the parking and foot brake applied, shift the selector into all
positions from ªPº to ªLº, and then shift into ªPº.
(c) Turn and pull out the dipstick and wipe off the fluid with a clean rag.
Re±insert the dipstick fully and check that the
fluid level is in the ªHOTº range.
(d) Perform this check with the fluid at normal driving temperature (70 ± 80 C (158 ± 176 F)).
If the level is at the low side, add fluid.
NOTICE: Do not overfill.
HINT: Wait about 30 minutes before checking
the fluid level after extended driving at high
speeds in hot weather, driving in heavy traffic
or with a trailer.
32. EXHAUST SYSTEM Visually inspect for cracks, holes or loose sup-
ports.
If any change in the sound of the exhaust or
smell of the exhaust fumes is noticed, have the
cause located and corrected.
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Troubleshooting
If the HC/CO concentration does not comply with regulations,
perform troubleshooting in the order given below.
(a) Check oxygen sensor operation.(See page FI±113)
(b) See the table below for possible cause, and then inspect
and correct the applicable causes if necessary.
HC
CO
Symptoms\
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Cause
High Normal Rough idle\
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1. Faulty ignitions:
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Incorrect timing
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Fouled, shorted or improperly gapped plugs
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Open or crossed high±tension cords
Ckddiib\
Cracked distributor cap
Ill \
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2. Incorrect valve clearance
3 L k EGR l \
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3. Leaky EGR valve
4L k i k d h l \
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4. Leaky intake and exhaust valves
L k li d \
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5. Leaky cylinders
High Low Rough idle\
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1. Vacuum leaks:
(Fluctuating HC reading)\
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PCV hoses
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EGR valve
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Intake manifold
Ai i k h b \
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Air intake chamber
Th l b d \
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Throttle body
ISC l\
ISC valve
Bkb li \
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Brake booster line
2L i i ifi \
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2. Lean mixture causing misfire
High High Rough idle\
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1. Clogged air filter g g g
(Black smoke from exhaust)\
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gg
2. Faulty EFI systems: ()\
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yy
Faulty pressure regulator
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yg
Clogged fuel return line
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gg
Defective water temp. sensor
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Defective air temp. sensor
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Faulty ECU
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\
y
Faulty injectors
\
yj
Faulty cold start injector \
\
yj
Faulty throttle position sensor \
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Faulty air flow meter
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ENGINE MECHANICAL Idle and/or 2,500 rpm HC/CO
Concentration Check MethodEM±29
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37. DISCONNECT ENGINE WIRE FROM LH CYLINDER HEAD
Remove the five bolts, and disconnect the engine wire.
38. REMOVE ENGINE HANGERS Remove the two bolts and engine hanger. Remove the two
engine hangers.
39. REMOVE CYLINDER HEAD COVERS Remove the eight bolts, seal washers, cylinder head cover
and gasket. Remove the two cylinder head covers.
40. IF NECESSARY, REMOVE SEMI±CIRCULAR PLUGS
41. REMOVE CAMSHAFTS NOTICE: Since the thrust clearance of the camshaft is
small, the camshaft must be held level while it is being
removed. If the camshaft is not kept level, the portion of
the cylinder head receiving the shaft thrust may crack or
be damaged, causing due the camshaft to seize or break.
To avoid this, the following steps should be carried out.
A. Remove exhaust camshaft from RH cylinder head
(a) Bring the service bolt hole of the driven s ub±gear
upward by turning the hexagon wrench head portion of
the exhaust camshaft with a wrench.
(b) Secure the exhaust camshaft sub±gear to the driven
gear with a service bolt.
Recommended service bolt: Thread diameter 6 mm
Thread pitch 1.0 mm
Bolt length 16±20 mm (0.63±0.79 in.)
HINT: When removing the camshaft, make certain that the
torsional spring force of the sub±gear has been eliminated by
the above operation.
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C. Remove exhaust camshaft from LH cylinder head(a) Bring the service bolt hole of the driven s ub±gear
upward by turning the hexagon wrench head portion of
the exhaust camshaft with a wrench.
(b) Secure the exhaust camshaft sub±gear to the driven gear with a service bolt.
Recommended service bolt: Thread diameter 6 mm
Thread pitch 1.0 mm
Bolt length 16±20 mm (0.63±0.79 in.)
HINT: When removing the camshaft, make certain that the
torsional spring force of the sub±gear has been eliminated by
the above operation.
(c) Set the timing mark (two dot marks) of the camshaft
driven gear at approx. 155 angle by turning the hexagon
wrench head portion of the exhaust camshaft with a
wrench.
(d) Alternately loosen and remove the two bearing cap bolts
holding the intake camshaft side of the oil feed pipe to
the cylinder head.
(e) Uniformly loosen and remove the eight bearing cap bolts in several passes in the sequence shown.
(f) Re mo ve th e oil fe e d pip e , fo u r be a rin g ca p s an d
exhaust camshaft.
D. Remove intake camshaft from LH cylinder head (a) Remove the front bearing cap.
(b) Set the timing mark ( one dot mark) of the camshaft drive
gear at approx. 605 angle by turning the hexagon
wrench head portion of the intake camshaft with a
wrench.
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(e) Take out the front side of the floor carpet.
(f) Remove the two nuts and ECU protector.
(g) Remove the nut, and disconnect the engine & ECT ECU
from the floor panel.
(h) Disconnect the following connectors: (1) Two connectors from engine & ECT ECU
(2) Connector from ABS & TRAC ECU
(3) Two connectors from TRAC ECU
(4) Four connectors from connector cassette
(5) Connector from A/C control assembly
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ENGINE MECHANICAL Cylinder BlockEM±125
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