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REAR SUSPENSION NOISEPage 2 of 2
WARRANTY INFORMATION:
OPCODE DESCRIPTION TIME OPN T1 T2
R&R Rear Shock AbsorberAssembly
(both sides including 48341-24040 or
replacement of spring 48341-24070
bumpers and all necessary
adjustments)
Replacement of the rear spring bumper under warranty is limited to correction of a prob\
lem based upon a
customer 's complaint.
482201A 1.8 91 41
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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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Some SC 300/SC 400 vehicles may have a sunvisor which falls away slightly from the roof
when placed in the full upright position. To improve visor retention, the position of an internal
clip has been modified in production.
BODY
BO92±004
APRIL 24, 1992
SC 300/SC 400
PART NUMBER INFORMATION:
New Part NumberPrev. Part NumberDescriptionSide
NOTE:Before replacing the Sunvisor assembly, ensure that shaft is fully seated into the
sunvisor by pushing the sunvisor further onto the shaft. This may
seat the internal clip into
the groove on the shaft.
PRODUCTION EFFECTIVE:
FROM: November, 1991
VIN: SC 400: JT8UZ30C9N0011202
SC 300: JT8JZ30C9N0002890
Same
º
º
Same
º
º
Same
º
º
Same
º
º Medium Gray
SpruceIvory
SC 300/SC 400 IMPROVED SUNVISOR HINGE RETENTION (REVISED) Page 1 of 1
Medium Gray
SpruceIvory
Medium Gray SpruceIvory
Medium Gray SpruceIvory RH
RH
RH
RH w/Sunroof
RH w/Sunroof
RH w/Sunroof LH
LH
LH
LH w/Sunroof
LH w/Sunroof
LH w/Sunroof
74310±24120±03
74310±24120±07
74310±24120±08
74310±24130±03
74310±24130±07
74310±24130±08
74320±24130±03
74320±24130±07
74320±24130±08
74320±24080±03
74320±24080±07
74320±24080±08
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Lexus Supports ASE CertificationPage 1 of 5
Title:
SUSPENSION BALL JOINT INSPECTION
Models:
Applicable Models
Technical Service
Information Bulletin
October 11, 2002
PG012-02
This Service Bulletin is to inform you of the inspection method, and free pl\
ay
specification figures for suspension ball joints. The on±vehicle insp\
ection methods
have been standardized.
1990 ± 2000 model year LS 400 vehicles.
2001 ± 2003 model year LS 430 vehicles.
1993 ± 2003 model year GS 300 vehicles.
1998 ± 2000 model year GS 400 vehicles.
2001 ± 2003 model year GS 430 vehicles.
1992 ± 2000 model year SC 300 & SC 400 vehicles.
2002 ± 2003 model year SC 430 vehicles.
2001 ± 2003 model year IS 300 vehicles.
1999 ± 2003 model year RX 300 vehicles.
1990 ± 2003 model year ES 250 & ES 300 vehicles.
1998 ± 2003 model year LX 470 vehicles.
OP CODEDESCRIPTIONTIMEOFPT1T2
N/ANot Applicable to Warranty±±±±
PRODUCT GENERAL INFORMATION
Introduction
Applicable Vehicles
Warranty
Information
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SUSPENSION BALL JOINT INSPECTION ± PG012-02 October 11, 2002
Page 2 of 5
MODELLOCATION
LOWER BALL JOINT OR SUSPENSION
BALL JOINTUPPER BALL JOINT
MODELLOCATIONINSP.
METHODMAX. PLAYTURNING TORQUEINSP.
METHODMAX. PLAYTURNING TORQUE
LS 400
(UCF10)
Front1±(A)0.016 in.
(0.4) mm4 in. lbf
(0.5 N m)
or Less
(UCF10)
1990±1994
Rear3No Play Felt31 in. lbf
(3.5 N m)
or Less
LS 400
(UCF20)
Front1±(A)0.016 in.
(0.4) mm22 in. lbf
(2.5 N m)
or Less
(UCF20)
1995±2000Rear3No Play Felt31 in. lbf
(3.5 N m)
or Less
LS 430
(UCF30)
Front1±(A)No Play Felt31 in. lbf
(3.5 N m)
or Less
(UCF30)
2001±2003Rear3No Play Felt31 in. lbf
(3.5 N m)
or Less
GS 300
(JZS147)
Front1±(A)0.016 in.
(0.4) mm27 in. lbf
(3.0 N m)
or Less
2No Play31 in. lbf
(3 5 N m)(JZS147)
1993±1997Rear1±(A)No Play
Felt31 in. lbf
(3.5 N m)
or Less2No Play
Felt(3.5 N m)
or Less
GS 300, 400, 430
(JZS16#
Front1±(A)0.016 in.
(0.4) mm27 in. lbf
(3.0 N m)
or Less
(JZS16#,
UZS16#)
1998±2003
Rear3No Play Felt31 in. lbf
(3.5 N m)
or Less
SC 300, 400
(JZZ31,
Front1±(A)0.016 in.
(0.4) mm27 in. lbf
(3.0 N m)
or Less
(JZZ31,
UZZ30)
1992±2000
Rear1±(A)No Play Felt31 in. lbf
(3.5 N m)
or Less
SC 430
(UZZ40)
Front1±(A)0.016 in.
(0.4) mm27 in. lbf
(3.0 N m)
or Less
(UZZ40)
2002±2003
Rear3No Play Felt31 in. lbf
(3.5 N m)
or Less
Inspection
Information
Table
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MODELLOCATION
LOWER BALL JOINT OR SUSPENSION
BALL JOINTUPPER BALL JOINT
MODELLOCATIONINSP.
METHODMAX. PLAYTURNING TORQUEINSP.
METHODMAX. PLAYTURNING TORQUE
IS 300
(JCE10)
Front1±(A)0.016 in.
(0.4) mm27 in. lbf
(3.0 N m)
or Less
2No Play
31 in. lbf
(3.5 N m)
or Less
(JCE10)
2001±2003
Rear3No Play Felt31 in. lbf
(3.5 N m)
or Less2No Play
Felt27 in. lbf
(3.0 N m)
or Less
RX 300
(MCU10, 15)
1999 2003
Front1±(B)No Play Felt31 in. lbf
(3.5 N m)
or Less
N/AN/AN/A
1999±2003RearN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
ES 250 & 300 (VZV21,
MCV20, 30)Front1±(B)No Play Felt31 in. lbf
(3.5 N m)
or Less
N/AN/AN/A
MCV20, 30)
1990±2003RearN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
LX 470
(UZJ100)
1998 2003
Front1±(A)No Play Felt27 in. lbf
(3.0 N m)
or Less
2No Play Felt40 in. lbf
(4.5 N m)
or Less
1998±2003RearN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
NOTE:
Be sure to check the table for the
applicable inspection type based on
the vehicle model.
Refer to the table for the standard
free play values.
1. Inspect Lower Ball Joint Free Play
A. Move the hub up and down byhand (Most models with
wish±bone suspension):
a. Remove the tire.
b. Install the 2 lug nuts.
c. Inspect the free play while moving the lug nuts up and
down at a force of 67 lbf
(294 N, 30 kgf).
Inspection
Information
Table
(Continued)
Free Play
Inspection
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