1991 LEXUS SC400 transmission

PREPARATION
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RECOMMENDED TOOLS
MA009±02
EQUIPMENT
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Dial indicator with magnetic base 


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Micrometer
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MirrorBrake hose
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Steel square
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Thermometer
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Torque wrench
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Vernier calipers
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COOLANT 
Item
 
Capacity
 
Classification 

Engine coolant (w/ Heater)10.8 liters (11.4 US qts, 9.5 lmp. qts)Ethylene±glycol base
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LUBRICANT
 Item Capacity Classification 

Engine oil (Drain and refill)
w/ Oil filter change
/ Oil filt h
 

4.8 liters (5.1 US qts, 4.2 lmp. qts)
 

API grade SG or SH, Energy±Conserving II
or ILSAC multigrade, and recommended
 


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w/o Oil filter change 


4.8 liters (5.1 US qts, 4.2 lm. qts)
4.5 liters (4.8 US qts, 4.0 lmp. qts) 


or ILSAC multigrade, and recommended
viscosity oil with SAE 5W±30 being pre-
ferred engine oil
 Brake fluid Ð SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT3
 Automatic transmission fluid 1.9 liters (2.0 US qts, 1.7 lmp. qts) ATF TYPE T±II

Automatic transmission fluid
(Drain and refill)
1.9 liters (2.0 US qts, 1.7 lm . qts)

AT F TYPE TII
 




Differential oil 




1.35 liters (1.43 US qts, 1.19 lmp. qts) 




Hypoid gear oil API GL±5
Above±18
5C (0 5F): SAE 90
Below±18 5C (0 5F): SAE 80W±90 or 80W
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20. INSPECT BALL JOINTS AND DUST COVERS
(a) Inspect the ball joints for excessive looseness.wJack up the front of the vehicle and support it with
stands.
w Make sure the front wheels are in a straight±ahead
position, and depress the brake pedal.
w Jack up the lower suspension arm until there is about
half a load on the front coil spring.
w Move the front wheel up and down and check that the
ball joint has no excessive play.
Maximum lower ball joint vertical play.
0.3 mm (0.012 in.)
If the play is greater than maximum, replace the ball joint.
(b) Visually check the dust covers for damage
21. C H E C K A U TO M AT I C T RANSMISSION AND
DIFFERENTIAL OIL (FLUID)
A. Inspect automatic transmission fluid
(a) Visually check the differential for fluid and leakage.
If leakage is found, check for the cause and repair.
(b) Check the fluid level with the engine idling and shift lever at ªPº.
If the level is low, add fluid.
Transmission fluid:
See item 22 (A)
B. Inspect differential oil
(a) Visually check the transmission for oil and leakage.If leakage is found, check for the cause and repair.
(b) Remove the filler plug, and feel inside the hole with your finger. Check that the oil comes to within 5 mm (0.20 in) of the
bottom edge of the filler hole.
If the level is low, add oil until it begins to run out of the filler
hole.
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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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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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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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DESCRIPTION
(SC400)
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The propeller shaft is a 2±part type, each part consisting of a strong, \
compact precisely balanced tube. The
propeller shaft is connected to the transmission and the differential via 3 joints. No.1 and No.3 joints are
made of flexible rubber couplings. No.2 joint is a Hooke's universal joint. All 3 joints are carefully arranged
in such a way that their shaft angles rest on a straight line. This design\
ensures a precise drive line linearity
from the engine through the differential to minimize noise and vibration.
A shaft length adjusting mechanism is incorporated in order to make prope\
ller shaft removal and reinstalla-
tion easier.
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PROPELLER SHAFT DESCRIPTION (SC400)
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5. REMOVE PROPELLER SHAFT
(a) Using SST, loosen the adjusting nut until it can be turned byhand.
SST 09922±10010
HINT: Use 2 of the same type of SST.
(b) Place matchmarks on the transmission companion flange and flexible coupling.
(c) Remove the 3 bolts inserted in the transmission companion
flange.
NOTICE: The bolts inserted in the propeller shaft flange
should not be removed.
(d) Place matchmarks on the differential companion flange and flexible coupling.
(e) Remove the 3 bolts inserted in the differential companion
flange.
NOTICE: The bolts inserted in the propeller shaft com-
panion flange should not be removed.
(f) Separate the flexible couplings from the transmission side and differential side.
HINT: If the flexible coupling can not be easily separated by
hand, insert a screwdriver into the bolt hole of the flexible cou-
pling, as shown in the illustration, then pry the coupling out.
NOTICE: Do not bring the screwdriver blade in direct
contact with the flexible coupling's rubber portion.
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(g) Remove the 2 center support bearing set bolts and theadjusting washers.
HINT: Some vehicles are not equipped with an adjusting
washer.
NOTICE: When removing the set bolts, support the cen-
ter support bearing by hand so that the transmission and
intermediate shaft, and propeller shaft and differential,
remain in a straight line.
Maximum joint angle: 5 
(h) Push the rear propeller shaft straight forward to compress the
propeller shaft and pull out the propeller shaft from the
centering pin of the differential.
NOTICE: Press the propeller shaft straight ahead to keep
the transmission and intermediate shaft aligned straight.
.(i) Pull the propeller shaft out toward the vehicle's rear. NOTICE: The intermediate shaft and propeller shaft
should not be separated.
CENTER SUPPORT BEARING AND
FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS INSPECTION
PR02R±04
1. INSPECT CENTER SUPPORT BEARINGwCheck for cracks in or damage to the cushion.
w Check if the bearing turns smoothly. If the center support
bearing is damaged, worn or does not turn smoothly,
replace it.
2. INSPECT FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS wCheck for cracks in or damage to the front and rear
flexible couplings.
If the flexible coupling is damaged, replace the propeller shaft
assembly.
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PROPELLER SHAFT INSTALLATION
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1. INSTALL PROPELLER SHAFT
(a) Apply grease to the flexible coupling centering bushings.
Grease:Molybdenum disulphide lithium base, NLGI No.1 or
No.2.
(b) Insert the propeller shaft from the vehicle's rear and connectthe transmission and differential.
NOTICE: Support the center support bearing by hand so
that the transmission and intermediate shaft, and propel-
ler shaft and differential, remain in a straight line.
(c) Temporarily install the center support bearing set bolts with the adjusting washers.
HINT: Use the adjusting washers which were removed.
(d) Align the matchmarks and connect the propeller shaft to the transmission.
(e) Install the 3 bolts, washers and nuts.
NOTICE: Bolts should be inserted from the propeller
shaft side.
Torque: 79 N Vm (805 kgf Vcm, 58 ft Vlbf)
(g) Align the matchmarks and install the propeller shaft on the
differential with the 3 bolts, washers and nuts.
NOTICE: Bolts should be inserted from the propeller
shaft side.
Torque: 79 N Vm (805 kgf Vcm, 58 ft Vlbf)
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PROPELLER SHAFT PROPELLER SHAFT
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