1991 LEXUS SC400 EFI

CHECK AND REPLACEMENT OF
ENGINE COOLANT
1. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL AT RESERVOIR TANK
The coolant level should be between the ºLOWº and ºFULLº
lines at low temperature.
If low, check for leaks and add coolant up to the ºFULLº line.
2. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT QUALITY There should be no excessive deposits of rust or scales
around the radiator cap or radiator filler hole, and the coolant
should be free from oil.
If excessively dirty, replace the coolant
3. REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT (a) Remove the radiator cap.
CAUTION: To avoid the danger of being burned, do not
remove it while the engine and radiator are still hot, as
fluid and steam can be blown out under pressure.
(b) Drain the coolant from the radiator drain cock andengine drain plug.
(c) Close the drain cock and plug.
Torque (Engine drain plug):
29 NVm (300 kgf Vcm, 22 ft Vlbf)
(d) Fill the system with coolant.
w Use a good brand of ethylene±glycol base coolant,
mixed according to the manufacturer's direction.
w Using coolant which includes more than 50 %
ethylene±glycol (but not more than 70%) is
recommended.
NOTICE:
w Do not use alcohol type coolant.
w The coolant should be mixed with demineralized water or
distilled water.
Coolant capacity (w/ Heater): M/T 8.5 liters (9.0 US qts, 7.5 Imp. qts)
A/T 8.4 liters (8.9 US qts, 7.4 Imp. qts)
(e) Install the radiator cap.
(f) Start the engine and check for leaks.
(g) Recheck the coolant level and refill as necessary.
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(f) Slowly add coolant to water inlet housing until it is full.w Use a good brand of ethylene±glycol base coolant,
mixed according to the manufacturer's directions.
w Using coolant which includes more than 50%
ethylene±glycol (but not more 70%) than is
recommended.
NOTICE:
w Do not use alcohol type coolant.
w The coolant should be mixed with demineralized water or
distilled water.
Capacity (w/ Heater): 10.8 liters (11.4 US qts, 9.5 lmp. qts)
(g) Reinstall a new gasket and filler plug to the water inlethousing.
Torque: 44 N Vm (450 kgf Vcm, 33 ft Vlbf)
(h) Slowly add coolant to reservoir tank until it is full.
(i) Reinstall the radiator cap.
(j) Bleed the cooling system.
w Start the engine, and open the heater water valve.
w Maintain the engine speed at 2,000 rpm, and warm
up the engine.
(k) Check for leaks.
(l) Recheck the coolant level and refill as necessary.
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5. INSPECT WATER TEMPERATURE SENSORUsing an ohmmeter, measure the resistance between the ter-
minals.
Resistance: 1.48±1.58 k
at 80 5C (176 5F)
If the resistance is not as specified, replace the sensor.
6. REINSTALL WATER TEMPERATURE SENSOR (a) Install a new O±ring to the water temperature sensor.
(b) Apply soapy water to the O±ring.
(c) Install the water temperature sensor to the radiator.
Torque: 7.4 N Vm (75 kgf Vcm, 65 in. Vlbf)
(d) Connect the water temperature sensor connector.
7. REFILL WITH ENGINE COOLANT (See page CO±7)
8. REINSTALL ENGINE UNDER COVER
9. RECONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE TERMINAL OF BATTERY
(A/C High±Pressure Switch)
INSPECTION OF A/C HIGH±PRESSURE
SWITCH
1. DISCONNECT HIGH±PRESSURE SWITCH CONNECTOR
2. INSTALL MANIFOLD GAUGE SET (See AC section)
3. INSPECT HIGH±PRESSURE SWITCH(a) Wh e n th e A/C switch is OFF, ch e ck th a t th e re iscontinuity between terminals 2 and 3. (When the
pressure is 1,226 kPa (12.5 kgf/cm
2, 178 psi) or lower.)
(b) When the A/C switch and blower switch are ON, check
that there is no continuity between terminals 2 and 3.
(When the pressure is 1,520 kPa (15.5 kgf/cm
2, 220 psi)
or higher.)
If continuity is not as specified, replace the switch.
4. REMOVE MANIFOLD GAUGE SET
5. RECONNECT HIGH±PRESSURE SWITCH CONNECTOR
(Solenoid Valve)
(See page CO±36)
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DESCRIPTION
The emission control systems are installed to reduce the amount of HC, CO, \
and NOx emitted from the en-
gine, and to also prevent the release of evaporated fuel from the gasoline ta\
nk and prevent atmospheric release
of blow±by gas. The system consists of the PCV, EVAP, EGR and TWC.
The function of each system is shown in the following table.
 
System
 
Abbreviation
 
Purpose 
Positive crankcase ventilation
 
PCV
 
Reduces blow±by gas (HC) 
Fuel evaporative emission control
 
EVAP
 
Reduces evaporative HC 
Exhaust gas recirculation
 
EGR
 
Reduces NOx 
Three±way catalyst
 
TWC
 
Reduces HC, CO, and NOx 
Electronic fuel injection*
 
EFI
 
Regulates all engine conditions for   
reduction of exhaust emissions.
Remarks: * For inspection and repair of the EFI system, refer to EFI sec\
tion.
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(b) Install the EGR valve with the two nuts.
Torque: 18 NVm (185 kgf Vcm, 13 ft Vlbf)
(c) Connect the following hoses:
(1) Water by±pass hose (from ISC valve) to the EGR valve
(2) Water by±pass hose (from rear water by±pass joint) to the EGR valve
8. RECONNECT EGR VALVE CONNECTOR
9. RECONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE TERMINAL OF BATTERY
10. REFILL WITH ENGINE COOLANT (See page CO±7)
INSPECTION OF EGR VALVE
(Exc. USA Spec.)
1. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT (See page CO±6)
2. REMOVE EGR VALVE (a) Disconnect the following hoses:(1) Vacuum hose (from VSV) from EGR valve
(2) Vacuum hose (from VSV) from EGR vacuum
modulator
(3) Vacuum hose (from EGR vacuum modulator) f rom EGR valve
(4) Water by±pass hose (from ISC valve) from the
EGR valve
(5) Water by±pass hose (from rear water by±pass joint) from the EGR valve
(b) Disconnect the vacuum modulator bracket from the
EGR valve.
(c) Remove the two nuts, EGR valve and gasket.
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3. INSPECT EGR VALVECheck for sticking and heavy carbon deposits.
If a problem is found, replace the EGR valve assembly.
4. REINSTALL EGR VALVE (a) Place a new gasket on the EGR valve adaptor.
NOTICE:
w Do not touch the adaptor and EGR valve surfaces of the
gasket with your hand.
w Align the port holes of the gasket and adaptor.
Be careful of the installation direction.
(b) Install the EGR valve with the two nuts.
Torque: 18 N Vm (185 kgf Vcm, 13 ft Vlbf)
(c) Install the vacuum modulator bracket to the EGR valve.
(d) Connect the following hoses:
(1) Vacuum hose (from VSV) to EGR valve
(2) Vacuum hose (from VSV) to EGR vacuum modula- tor
(3) Vacuum hose (from EGR vacuum modulator) to EGR valve
(4) Water by±pass hose (from ISC valve) to the EGR
valve
(5) Water by±pass hose (from rear water by±pass joint) to the EGR valve
5. REFILL WITH ENGINE COOLANT (See page CO±7)
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Spring tester Valve spring
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Steel square 

Valve spring
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Thermometer 


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Torque wrench 
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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  API grade SG or SH, Energy±Conserving II
 Dry fill 6.0 liters (6.3 US qts, 5.3 lmp. qts) or ILSAC multigrade and recommended
 Drain and refill  viscosity oil with SAE 5W±30
 w/ Oil filter change 4.8 liters (5.1 US qts, 4.2 lmp. qts) being the preferred engine oil
 w/o Oil filter change 4.5 liters (4.8 US qts, 4.0 lmp. qts) 
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SSM (SERVICE SPECIAL MATERIALS)
 08826±00080 Seal packing or equivalent Camshaft bearing cap
   Cylinder head semi±circular plug
   Cylinder head cover
   Rear oil sear retainer
 08826±00080 Seal packing or equivalent Oil pump
   
   
   
 08826±00100 Seal Packing 1282B, Water inlet housing
  THREE BOND 1282B or equivalent Water seal plate
   Water pump
   
 08833±00070 Adhesive 1311, Drive plate bolt
  THREE BOND 1311 or equivalent 
   
   
 08833±00080 Adhesive 1344 No.1 idler pulley bolt
  THREE BOND 1344. 
  LOCTITE 242 or equivalent 
   
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ENGINE OIL INSPECTION
1. CHECK OIL QUALITYCheck the oil for deterioration, entry of water, discoloring or
thinning.
If oil quality is visibly poor, replace the oil.
Oil grade:
API grade SG or SH, Energy±Conserving II or ILSAC
multigrade engine oil. Recommended viscosity is as
shown in the illustration, with SAE 5W±30 being the
preferred engine oil.
Drain and refill capacity: w/ Oil filter change
4.8 liters (5.1 US qts, 4.2 lmp. qts)
w/o Oil filter change
4.5 liters (4.8 US qts, 4.0 lmp. qts)
2. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVELThe oil level should be between the ªLº and ªFº marks on the
dipstick.
If low, check for leakage and add oil up to the ªFº mark.
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BATTERY INSPECTION
1. CHECK BATTERY ELECTROYTE LEVEL AND VOLTAGE
(a) Check the electrolyte quantity of each cell.If under the lower level, replace the battery (or add distilled
water if possible.). Need to check the charging system.
(b) Measure the battery voltage between the terminals negative (±) and positive (+) of the battery.
Standard voltage:
12.7±12.9 V at 20 5C (68 5F)
HINT:
w Before measuring the voltage, turn the ignition switch
OFF and turn off the electrical systems (headlight,
blower motor, rear defogger etc.) for 60 seconds to
remove the surface charge.
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