lock LEXUS SC400 1991 Service Repair Manual

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:
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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.
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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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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.
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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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6. INSTALL EXHAUST FRONT PIPE
(a) Install new gaskets.
(b) Install the front pipe.
(c) Install and torque the 4 bolts and new nuts.
Torque: 43 NVm (440 kgf Vcm, 32 ft Vlbf)
(d) Connect both oxygen sensor with heat insulator.
HINT: When connecting the oxygen sensor, turn it clockwise
about 3 times.
NOTICE: After installing the oxygen sensor, check that
the wire is not twisted.
(e) Tighten the oxygen sensors.
Torque: 44 N Vm (450 kgf Vcm, 33 ft Vlbf)
(f) Connect the oxygen sensor grommets to the floor.
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INSPECTION OF HIGH±TENSION CORDS
1. REMOVE HIGH±TENSION CORDS (See page IG±11)
2. INSPECT HIGH±TENSION CORDS (b) Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance.
Maximum resistance: 25 k
per cord
If the resistance is greater than maximum, replace the cord.
3. REINSTALL HIGH±TENSION CORDS (See page IG±16)
INSPECTION OF DRIVE BELT
INSPECT DRIVE BELT
HINT: A belt tensioner is used, so checking the belt tension
is not necessary.
(a) Visually check the drive belt for excessive wear, frayedcords etc.
If necessary, replace the drive belt.
HINT:
w Cracks on rib side of a drive belt are considered
acceptable. If the drive belt has chunks missing from the
ribs, it should be replaced.
w The drive belt tension can be released by turning the
belt tensioner counterclockwise. The pulley bolt for the
belt tensioner has a left±hand thread.
(b) Check the belt tensioner operation. w Check that the belt tensioner moves downward
when the drive belt is pressed down at the points
indicated in the illustration with approx. 98 N (10
kgf, 22.0 lbf) of force.
w Check the alignment of the belt tensioner pulley to
make sure the drive belt has not slipped off the
pulley.
If necessary, replace the belt tensioner. w Check that the arrow mark on the belt tensioner
falls within area A of the scale.
If it is outside area A, replace the drive belt.
HINT:
w When a new belt is installed, it should lie within area B.
If not, the drive belt is not correct.
w After installing a belt, check that it fits properly in the
ribbed grooves.
w Check by hand to confirm that the belt has not slipped
out of the groove on the bottom of the pulley.
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INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT OF
VALVE CLEARANCE
HINT: Inspect and adjust the valve clearance when the
engine is cold.
1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE TERMINAL OF BATTERY
CAUTION: Work must be started after approx. 20 se-
conds or longer from the time the ignition switch is
turned to the ºLOCKº position and the negative (±) termi-
nal cable is disconnected from the battery.
2. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT (See page CO±6)
3. REMOVE THROTTLE BODY COVER (a) Remove the mounting cap nut.
(b) Loosen the two bolts, and remove the throttle body
cover.
4. DISCONNECT CONTROL CABLES FROM THROTTLE BODY
Disconnect the following cables:(1) Accelerator cable
(2) A/T throttle control cable
(3) (w/ Cruise Control System) Cruise control actuator cable
5. REMOVE INTAKE AIR CONNECTOR (a) Disconnect the following hoses:(1) Air hose from ISC valve
(2) Air hose (from PS air control valve) from intake
air connector
(b) Remove the bolt holding the intake air connector to the cylinder head cover.
(c) Loosen the two hose clamps.
(d) Disconnect the intake air connector from the throttle
body and air cleaner hose, and remove the throttle body.
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Using compressed air and magnetic finger, removethe adjusting shim by blowing air into the shim hole.
HINT: Remove the adjusting shim from the intake man-
ifold side.
NOTICE: Do not drop the adjusting shim into por-
tions A and B. If dropped into portion A, the adjust-
ing shim will pass through the cylinder head and
cylinder block into the oil pan. If dropped into por-
tion B, the adjusting shim cannot be recovered with-
out removing the exhaust camshaft.
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REMOVAL OF TIMING BELT
(See Components on pages EM±33 and 34)
1. REMOVE BATTERY CAUTION: Work must be started after approx. 20 se-
conds or longer from the time the ignition switch is
turned to the ºLOCKº position and the negative (±) termi-
nal cable is disconnected from the battery.
2. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER
3. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT (See page CO±6)
4. REMOVE DRIVE BELT Loosen the drive belt tension by turning the drive belt tension-
er counterclockwise, and remove the drive belt.
HINT: The pulley bolt for the belt tensioner has a left±hand
thread.
5. REMOVE RESERVOIR TANK RADIATOR (See steps 12 and 13 on pages EM±120 and 121)
6. REMOVE A/C COMPRESSOR WITHOUT DISCONNECTING HOSES
(a) Disconnect the compressor connector.
(b) Remove the mounting nut, and disconnect the groundcable.
(c) Remove the mounting bolt and compressor stay.
(d) R e m o v e t h e t w o b o l t s , a n d d i s c onnect the A/C
compressor from the engine.
HINT: Put aside the compressor, and suspend it.
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(b) Check that the timing marks of the camshaft timingpulleys and timing belt rear plates aligned.
If not, turn the crankshaft one revolution (360 5).
27. REMOVE TIMING BELT TENSIONER HINT:
w(Re±using timing belt)
If the installation marks have disappeared, before re-
moving the timing belt, place new installation marks on
the timing belt to match the timing marks of the camshaft
timing pulleys, and place a new installation mark on the
timing belt to match the end of the hydraulic pump.
w (When replacing timing belt tensioner only)
To avoid meshing of the timing pulley and timing belt, se-
cure one of them with string. And place matchmarks on
the timing belt and RH camshaft timing pulley.
Alternately loosen the two bolts, and remove them, the ten-
sioner and dust boot.
28. DISCONNECT TIMING BELT FROM CAMSHAFT TIMING PULLEYS
(a) Using SST, loosen the tension between the LH and RHcamshaft timing pulleys by slightly turning the LH
camshaft timing pulley clockwise.
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(b) If the belt teeth are cracked or damaged, check to seeif either the camshaft is locked.
(c) If there is noticeable wear or cracks on the belt face, check to see if there are nicks on the side of the idler
pulley lock and water pump.
(d) If there is wear or damage on only one side of the belt, check the belt guide and the alignment of the each
pulley.
(e) If there is noticeable wear on the belt teeth, check timing belt cover for damage, correct gasket installation. and
the foreign material on the pulley teeth.
If necessary, replace the timing belt.
2. INSPECT IDLER PULLEYS Check the turning smoothness of the idler pulley.
If necessary, replace the idler pulley.
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11. INSTALL LH CAMSHAFT TIMING PULLEY(a) Align the knock pin on the camshaft with the knock pingroove of the timing pulley.
(b) Slide the timing pulley, facing the ºLº mark forward.
(c) Using SST, install and torque the pulley bolt.
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Torque: 108 N Vm (1,100 kgf Vcm, 80 ft Vlbf)
12. SET NO.1 CYLINDER TO TDC/COMPRESSION
(a) (Crankshaft Pulley Position)Turn the crankshaft pulley, and align its groove with the
ºOº timing mark of the No.1 timing belt cover.
(b) (Camshaft Timing Pulley Position) Using SST, t urn the camshaft timing pulley, and align the
timing marks of the camshaft timing pulley and timing
belt rear plate.
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13. INS TALL TIMING BE LT TO LH CAMS HAFT TIMING PULLEY
(a) Align the installation mark on the timing belt with the end
of the hydraulic pump.
(b) Remove any oil or water on the LH camshaft timing pulley, and keep it clean.
(c) Using SST, slightly turn the LH camshaft timing pulley
clockwise. Align the installation mark on the timing belt
with the timing mark of the camshaft timing pulley, and
hang the timing belt on the LH camshaft timing pulley.
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