ignition LEXUS SC400 1991 Service Repair Manual

ABBREVIATIONS USED IN THIS
MANUAL
ABS Anti±Lock Brake System J/B Junction Block
A/C Air Conditioner LED Light Emitting Diode
ALR Automatic Locking Retractor LH Left±Hand
APPROX. Approximation LHD Left±Hand Drive
A/T, ATM Automatic Transmission LLC Long Life Coolant (Year Around Coolant)
ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid Max. Maximum
BTDC Before Top Dead Center Min. Minimum
BVSV Bimetal Vacuum Switching Valve MP Multipurpose
CALIF. Vehicles Sold in California N Neutral
CB Circuit Breaker OD, O/D Overdrive
DOHC Double Over Head Cam O/S Oversize
DP Dash Pot P & BV Proportioning and Bypass Valve
ECT Electronic Controlled Transmission PCV Positive Crankcase Ventilation
ECU Electronic Controlled Unit PS Power Steering
EFI Electronic Fuel Injection RH Right±Hand
EGR Exhaust Gas Recirculation RL Rear Left
ELR Emergency Locking Retractor RR Rear Right
EPR Evaporator Pressure Regulator RR, Rr Rear
ESA Electronic Spark Advance SRS Supplemental Restraint System
EVAP Evaporative (Emission Control) SSM Special Service Materials
EX Exhaust (manifold, valve) SST Special Service Tools
Ex. Except STD Standard
FIPG Formed in Place Gasket SW Switch
FL Front Left TDC Top Dead Center
FL Fusible Link TDCL Total Diagnostic Communication Link
FPU Fuel Pressure Up Temp. Temperature
FR Front Right TRAC Traction Control System
FR, Fr Front TWC Three±Way Catalyst
HAC High Altitude Compensation VSV Vacuum Switching Valve
IG Ignition VTV Vacuum Transmitting Valve
IN Intake (manifold, valve) w/ With
INT Intermittent w/o Without
ISC Idle Speed Control
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IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
This number is stamped on the vehicle identification number plate
at the top of the left instrument panel and is also on the certification
regulation label.A: Vehicle Identification Number
B: Vehicle Identification Number Plate
C: Certification Regulation Label
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER
The engine serial number is stamped on the engine block as
shown.
GENERAL REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
1. Use fender seat and floor covers to keep the vehicle clean
and prevent damage.
2. During disassembly, keep parts in the appropriate order to facilitate reassembly.
3. Observe the following:
(a) CAUTION: W ork must be started after approx. 20 seconds
or longer from the time the ignition switch is turned to the
ºLOCKº position and the negative (±) terminal cable is
disconnected from the battery (See page AB±2).
(b) B e fo re pe rfo rmin g ele ctrica l wo rk, disc onnect the
negative cable from the battery terminal.
(c) If it is necessary to disconnect the battery for inspection or repair, always disconnect the cable from the negative
(±) terminal which is grounded to the vehicle body.
(d) To prevent damage to the battery terminal post, loosen the terminal nut and raise the cable straight up without
twisting or prying it.
(e) Clean the battery terminal posts and cable terminals with a shop rag. Do not scrape them with a file or other
abrasive object.
(f) Install the cable terminal to the battery post with the nut loose, and tighten the nut after installation. Do not use
a hammer to tap the terminal onto the post.
(g) Be sure the covers for the positive (+) terminal and negative (±) terminal are properly in place.
4. Check hose and wiring connectors to make sure that they are
secure and correct.
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PRECAUTIONS FOR VEHICLES
EQUIPPED WITH SRS AIRBAG
The LEXUS SC400 is equipped with an SRS (Supplemental Re-
straint System) airbag.
Failure to carry out service operations in the correct sequence
could cause the airbag system to unexpectedly deploy during serv-
icing, possibly leading to a serious accident.
Further, if a mistake is made in servicing the airbag system, it is pos-
sible the airbag may fail to operate when required.
Before performing servicing (including removal or installation of
parts, inspection or replacement), be sure to read the following
items carefully, then follow the correct procedure described in this
manual.
Locations of Airbag Components
1. Malfunction symptoms of the airbag system are difficult to confirm,
so the diagnostic codes become the most important source of
information when troubleshooting.
When troubleshooting the airbag system, always inspect the diag-
nostic codes before disconnecting the battery. (See page
AB±25)
2. Work must be started after approx. 20 seconds or longer from the time the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position and
the negative (±) terminal cable is disconnected from the
battery.
(The airbag system is equipped with a back±up power source
so that if work is started within 20 seconds of disconnecting
the negative (±) terminal cable of the battery, the airbag may be
deployed.)
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3. Grease should not be applied to the steering wheel pad andthe pad should not be cleaned with detergents of any kind.
4. Store the steering wheel pad where the ambient temperature remains below 93
C (200
F), without high humidity and
away from electrical noise.
5. When using electric welding, first disconnect the airbag connector (yellow color and 2 pins) under the steering
column near the combination switch connector before
starting work.
6. When disposing of a vehicle or the steering wheel pad alone, the airbag should be deployed using an SST
before disposal (See page AB±91). Perform the
operation in a place away from electrical noise.
CENTER AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY
The connector to the center airbag sensor assembly should be
connected or disconnected with the sensor mounted on the floor.
If the connector is connected or disconnected while the center air-
bag sensor assembly is not mounted to the floor, it could cause un-
desired ignition of the airbag system.
WIRE HARNESS AND CONNECTOR
The airbag system's wire harness is integrated with the cowl wire
harness assembly. The wires for the airbag wire harness are en-
cased in a yellow corrugated tube. All the connectors for the sys-
tem are also a standard yellow color. If the airbag system wire har-
ness becomes disconnected or the connector becomes broken
due to an accident, etc., repair or replace it as shown on page
AB±22 .
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PRECAUTIONS FOR VEHICLES
EQUIPPED WITH A CATALYTIC
CONVERTER
CAUTION: If large amounts of unburned gasoline flow into the
converter, it may overheat and create a fire hazard. To prevent
this, observe the following precautions and explain them to
your customer.
1. Use only unleaded gasoline.
2. Avoid prolonged idling. Avoid running the engine at idle speed for more than 20 min-
utes.
3. Avoid spark jump test. (a) P e r f o r m s p a r k j u m p t e s t o n l y w h e n a b s o l u t e l ynecessary. Perform this test as rapidly as possible.
(b) While testing, never race the engine.
4. Avoid prolonged engine compression measurement.
Engine compression tests must be done as rapidly as pos-
sible.
5. Do not run engine when fuel tank is nearly empty. This may c ause the engine to misfire and create an extra load
on the converter.
6. Avoid coasting with ignition turned off and prolonged braking.
7. Do not dispose of used catalyst along with parts contaminated with gasoline or oil.
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wTighten the O±ring fittings or the bolted type fittings to
the specified torque.
Precautions When Charging Refrigerant
1. DO NOT OPERATE COMPRESSOR WITHOUT ENOUGH
REFRIGERANT IN REFRIGERANT CYCLE
If there is not enough refrigerant in the refrigerant cycle, oil
lubrication will be insufficient and compressor burnout may
occur, so take care to avoid this.
2. DO NOT OPEN HIGH PRESSURE VALVE OF MANIFOLD GAUGE WITH COMPRESSOR OPERATING
If the high pressure valve is opened, refrigerant flows in the
reverse direction and could cause the charging cylinder to
rupture, so open and close the low pressure valve only.
3. BE CAREFUL NOT TO OVERCHARGE WITH REFRIGERANT IN SYSTEM
If refrigerant is overcharged, it causes trouble such as insuffi-
cient cooling, poor fuel economy, engine overheating etc.
Electrical Parts
Before removing and inspecting the electrical parts, set the
ignition switch to the LOCK position and disconnect the neg-
ative (±) terminal cable from the battery.
CAUTION: Work must not be started until after at least 20
seconds or longer from the time the negative (±) terminal
cable is disconnected.
SRS Airbag System
Failure to carry out service operations in the correct se-
quence could cause the airbag system to deploy, possibly
leading to a serious accident.
When removal or installation of the parts and the yellow wire
harness and connector for the airbag is necessary, refer to
the precautionary notices in the AB section before perform-
ing the operation.
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INDICATOR
1. Turn the ignition switch on while pressing the ari conditioner control
switch and REC swich
simultaneously.
2. Check that all the indicators light up and go off at 1 second intervals 4 times in succession.
3. Check that the buzzer sounds when the indicators light up in 2.
HINT:
wAfter the indicator check is ended, the diagnostic code
check begins automatically.
w Press the OFF switch when desiring to cancel the check
mode.
DIAGNOSTIC CODE CHECK (SENSOR
CHECK)
1. Perform an indicator check. After the indicator check is completed, the system enters the diagnostic code check
mode automatically.
2. Read the code displayed on the panel. Refer to the list of
codes on page AC±28 when reading the codes. (Codes are
output at the temperature display.)
If the slower display ped is desired, press the FRS
switch and change it to stepped operation. Each time the
FRS
switch is pressed, the display changes by 1 step.
HINT:
w If the buzzer sounds when a code is being read, it means
the trouble indicated by that code continues to occur.
w If the buzzer does not sound when a code is being read,
it means the trouble indicated by that code occurred ear-
lier (such as poor connector contacts, etc.)
CLEARING DIAGNOSTIC CODES
1. Pull out the DOME fuse in Relay Block No. 2 for 10 sec. or
longer to clear the memory of diagnostic codes.
2. After reinserting the fuse, check that the normal code is output.
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STANDARD VALUE OF ECU TERMINAL
TerminalsSymbolsWiringColorConditionStandardValue
A14±1A14±7B ER W±BIG OFF10 ~ 14 V
A14±2 A14±3MH MCV R±YIG OFF13 ~ 19

A14±4A14±5MFRSMRECG G±RIG OFF13 ~ 19

A14±6A14±7IG+ ER±L W±BIG ON10 ~ 14 V
Body
A14±7 
Ground Body
E 
Ground Body
W±B 
GroundAlwaysBelow 1

A14±8A14±9FACE DEFW Y±LIG OFF13 ~ 19

A14±15A14±7ACC EL±R W±BTurn ignition switch ACC10 ~ 14 V
A12±2 A14±7REOST EW±G W±B
IG ON and turn headlight control SW
to TAIL position.
Turn Rheostat volume from most
right to left position.
Most
: 0 ~ 14 V
Right

Most
: 10 ~ 14 V
Left
A12 3 A14 7WV EBY WB
Start
the
MAX
Temp. Control Switch:
COLDBelow 1 V
A12±3 A14±7WV EB±Y W±Btheen-
gine MAX
Temp. Control Switch:
HOT10 ~ 14 V
A12 4 A14 7MGC ELR WB
Start the
engine andA/C switch ONBelow 1 V
A12±4 A14±7MGCEL±R W±Bengine andpush AUTO
SWA/C switch OFF10 ~ 14 V
A12 5 A14 7TC EL WBIG ONHLC SW
Rheostat Most
:
Volume RightBelow 1 V
A12±5 A14±7TCEL W±BH.L.C. SW
: TAIL positionRheostat Turn
:
Volume Left10 ~ 14 V
A12±6 A14±7TAIL EG W±BTurn the light control switch to TAILposition10 ~ 14 V
A12±7A14±7LV EYW±BIG ONPush blower SW to change
the blower speed from 1 to
10.Speed 1: 10 ~ 14 V

Speed 10: Below 2 V
A12±8 A14±7BLR EB±R W±BIG ONTurn the blower motorBelow 1.5 V
A12±9 A14±7HR EL±W W±B
IG ON
Turn the blower motorBelow 1 V
IG ONDon't turn the blower motor10 ~ 14 V
A12 10 A14 7RDFGR ERY WBIG ON
Rear defogger switch ONBelow 1 V
A12±10 A14±7RDFGR ER±Y W±BIG ONRear defogger switch OFF10 ~ 14 V
A13±1 A14±7IGN EBW±BStart the engine10 ~ 14 V
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Check voltage between terminals TR and SG of air conditioner control
assembly connector.
(1) Remove console upper panel. (See page BO-111 )
(2) Remove A/C Control Assembly with connectors
still connected.
(3) Turn ignition switch ON.
Check voltage between terminals TAM and SG of air
conditioner control assembly connector at each tem-
perature.
Voltage
at 25°C (77°F) : 1.8~2.2 V
at 40°C (104°F) : 1.2~1.6 V
In addition, as the temperature increases, the
voltage decreases gradually.
Proceed to next circuit inspection shown on
matrix chart (See page AC-36).However,
when Diag. code 11 is displayed, check and
replace air conditioner control assembly.
Check room temperature sensor.
(1) Remove instrument finish lower No. 1 panel.
(See page Be-103).
Resistance
at 25°C (77°F) : 1.6~1.8k

at 50°C (122°F) : 0.5~0.7k

In addition, as the temperature increases, the
voltage decreases gradually.
Replace room temperature sensor.
Check for open and short in harness and connector between air conditioner
control assembly and room temperature sensor (See page IN-27).
Repair or replace harness or connector.
Check and repair air conditioner control
assembly.
(2) Disconnect room0 temperature sensor
connector.
Check voltage between terminals 1 and 2 of
room temperature sensor connector at each tem±
perature.
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Check voltage between terminals TAM and SG of air conditioner
control assembly connector.
(1) Remove console upper panel. (See page BO-111
(2) Remove A/C control assembly with
connectors still connected.
(3) Turn ignition switch ON.
Check voltage between terminals TAM and SG of air
conditioner control assembly connector at each tem-
perature.
at 25°C (77°F) : 1.35~1.75 V
at 40°C (104°F) : 0.85~1.25 V
In addition, as the temperature increases, the
voltage decreases gradually.
Proceed to next circuit inspection shown on
matrix chart (See page AC-36).However,
when Diag. code 11 is displayed, check and
replace air conditioner control assembly.
Check ambient temperature sensor.
(1) Remove under cover
(2) disconnect ambient temperature sensor connector.
Check resistance between terminals 1 and 2 of
ambient temperature sensor connector at each
temperature.
Resistance
at 25°C (77°F) : 1.6~1.8k

at 50°C (122°F) : 0.5~0.7k

In addition, as the temperature increases, the
voltage decreases gradually.
Replace ambient temperature sensor.
Check for open and short in harness and connector between air conditioner
control assembly and ambient temperature sensor (See page IN-27).
Repair or replace harness or connector.
Check and repair air conditioner control
assembly.
Voltage
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
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