1991 LEXUS SC300 oil

A/C COMPRESSOR OIL APPLICATIONSPage 1 of 1
Care must be taken to use only refrigerant oil which is compatible to the vehicle's system.
Following are A/C oil application charts for both R±12 and HFC±134\
a systems:
R±12 SYSTEMS
MODEL OIL TYPE PART NUMBER QUANTITY
All Models ND±Oil 6 P/N (88899±28040) 60 cc (or Equivalent) P/N (07117±68040) 500 cc
HFC±134A SYSTEMS MODEL OIL TYPE PART NUMBER QUANTITY
All Models ND±Oil 8 P/N (08885±09109) 40 cc P/N (08885±09107) 250 cc
HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING
AC93±004
OCTOBER 22, 1993
ALL MODELS
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ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS AND A/C RETROFITPage 2 of 2
RETROFIT ISSUES:
Lexus has completed development of retrofit parts for all later model Le\
xus vehicles using R±12 refrigerant.
These parts will be produced in harmony with market demand, based on R±12 \
availability.
The parts necessary for a typical retrofit will generally include:Receiver Dryer
O±Rings
Fittings
Labels
Oil
A TSIB outlining retrofit procedures will be released when the retrofit \
kits become available.
For additional information, contact the Environmental Assistance Network\
Hotline at 1±800±542±3914.
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ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS AND A/C RETROFITPage 2 of 2
RETROFIT ISSUES:
Lexus has completed development of retrofit parts for all later model Le\
xus vehicles using R±12 refrigerant.
These parts will be produced in harmony with market demand, based on R±12 \
availability.
The parts necessary for a typical retrofit will generally include:Receiver Dryer
O±Rings
Fittings
Labels
Oil
A TSIB outlining retrofit procedures will be released when the retrofit \
kits become available.
For additional information, contact the Environmental Assistance Network\
Hotline at 1±800±542±3914.
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COIL SPRING COMPRESSOR SST # 09727-30020-02Page 1 of 1
Please observe the following procedures each time this tool is used:
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS
SS93±001
MARCH 12, 1993
ALL MODELS
Carefully inspect your spring compressor for cracks or other deformation prior to
each use.

Use only on Lexus vehicles. Use on other applications may exceed the tool design
limits.
 Be sure spring is free from its seat (unstuck) prior to compressing.
 Do not compress the coil spring further than needed to facilitate the repair.
When using suspension coil spring compressor be sure to follow the instructi\
ons outlined in
the repair manual as well as the caution label placed on the tool (see illustration below).
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SERVICE HINTS FOR REFRIGERANT LEAK DETECTIONPage 1 of 3
Use of electronic leak detectors for checking A/C systems refrigerant leaka\
ge is the only
method approved by TMS. This type of leak detector is sensitive not onl\
y to refrigerant, but
also sensitive to numerous petrochemical substances (motor oil, gasolin\
e, solvents, etc.)
commonly found in a repair shop environment. Because this sensitivity c\
ould diminish the leak
detector 's capacity for accurate leak detection, some service hints have been pro\
vided to help
increase the accuracy of your diagnosis.
SERVICE HINTS:
1. Visual Inspection: Do a quick visual inspection under the hood for signs of refrigerant
leakage. Check for areas of heavy oil leakage at block and piping joint\
s. Many times
these areas have accumulated road dust and dirt.
2. Inspection with leak detector: NOTE: Make sure the system is fully charged. Operate
the system to increase refrigerant pressure. Shut the system off before inspecting with
leak detector.
A. Checking for leakage at a joint:
Wipe the oil/dirt accumulation off the joint with a
clean rag. Do not use solvents to clean the joint. Refrigerant is heavi\
er than air so
start checking for leaks with the detector wand about 1/4 in. below the \
joint. Move the
wand slowly across and around each joint (see illustration below).
Piping Joint Move detector wand slowly across
and around each joint.
Block Joint
HEATING &
AIR CONDITIONING
AC95±001
MARCH 03, 1995
ALL MODELS
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SERVICE HINTS FOR REFRIGERANT LEAK DETECTIONPage 2 of 3
B.Checking for leakage at the evaporator: The evaporator drain hose provides an
excellent access point to check for refrigerant leakage from the evapora\
tor. Be sure
to raise the vehicle on a lift so that the evaporator is as far as possi\
ble from any
petrochemical source that may be on the shop floor. When leak checking in this area,
turn the system off, pinch off the evaporator drain hose, and wait 10 to 15 minutes to
allow the refrigerant to accumulate in the evaporator case. When the s\
ystem is ready
to check, release the drain hose and hold the leak detector wand about 1\
/4 inch below
the drain opening (see diagram).
NOTE: Do not allow the leak detector tip to come in contact with water from th\
e evaporator.
C. Checking for leakage at front compressor seal:
Front compressor seal leaks are
probably the most difficult leaks to detect accurately. Special diagnostic procedures must be followed
for the best success. Make sure the system is fully charged. Operate the \
system with a pressure gauge
installed and assure that the system has correct system pressures. Shut off the engine. Begin the
leak check by placing the detector probe along the bottom half of the compr\
essor clutch. Move the wand
slowly across the bottom of the compressor clutch. Be careful not to expose t\
he detector wand tip to
any oil residue as this may cause a false leakage reading.
Evaporator
Drain Hose
Verify correct system pressure. Move dectector wand slowly across the
bottom half of the compressor clutch.
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SERVICE HINTS FOR REFRIGERANT LEAK DETECTIONPage 3 of 3
D. Checking for leakage at service valves or pressure switches:
Small accumulations of refrigerant gas under the service valve caps or p\
ressure switch connectors is
normal. When checking for leaks at these points, use the following proc\
edures to assure the highest
accuracy:
1. Remove the service valve cap or pressure switch connector.
2. Allow the service valve or pressure switch to remain uncapped for approx\
imately
20 minutes. This will allow the air to circulate and carry away the acc\
umulated
refrigerant. (This is a good time to leak check other areas of the syst\
em).
3. Do not use compressed air to flush out the service valve or pressure swi\
tch
cavity. Petroleum residue from inline oilers or compressor lubrication may ca\
use
false readings.
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SUSPENSION BALL JOINT INSPECTION ± PG012-02 October 11, 2002
Page 4 of 5
B. Move the lower arm by hand (All
models with strut type suspension
and some models with wish±bone
type suspension):
a. Lift up the vehicle.
b. Inspect the free play while moving the lower arm up and
down at a force of 67 lbf
(294 N, 30 kgf).
2. Inspect Upper Ball Joint Play Move the upper arm by hand (Models
where the LOWER control arm are
linked by a torsion bar, and all models
using a coil spring.
A. Remove the front tire.
B. Inspect the free play while moving the upper arm up and down at a
force of 67 lbf (294 N, 30 kgf).
3. Inspect the Suspension Arm Ball Joint Free Play
A. Lift up the vehicle.
B. Inspect the free play while moving the control arm by hand.
(Reference)
Free Play Inspection Method
(Gauge Installation) Position the dial gauge between the
arm (upper or lower) and the knuckle,
and measure free play.
(This illustration shows how to
measure free play for vehicles with
double wishbone type suspension
with coil spring).
Inspect Ball Joint Dust Cover
Check for cracks and grease leaks on the
dust cover (boots).Free Play
Inspection
(Continued)
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