1991 LEXUS SC400 battery

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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When the negative (±) terminal cable is disconnected from
the battery, memory of the clock and audio systems will be
cancelled. So before starting work, make a record of the con-
tents memorized by each memory system. Then when work
is finished, reset the clock and audio systems as before.
When the vehicle has power tilt and power telescopic steer-
ing, power seat, power outside rear view mirror and power
shoulder belt anchorage, which are all equipped with
memory function, it is not possible to make a record of the
memory contents. So when the operation is finished, it will be
necessary to explain this fact to the customer, and ask the
customer to adjust the features and reset the memory.
To avoid erasing the memory of each memory system, never
use a back±up power supply from outside the vehicle.
3. Even in cases of a minor collision where the airbag does not deploy, the front airbag sensors and the steering wheel pad
should be inspected. (See page AB±9)
4. Never use airbag parts from another vehicle. When replacing parts, replace them with new parts.
5. Before repairs, remove the airbag sensors if shocks are likely
to be applied to the sensors during repairs.
6. The center airbag sensor assembly contains mercury. After
performing replacement, do not destroy the old part. When
scrapping the vehicle or replacing the center airbag sensor
assembly itself, remove the center airbag sensor assembly
and dispose of it as toxic waste.
7. Never disassemble and repair the front airbag sensors, center airbag sensor assembly or steering wheel pad in order
to reuse it.
8. If the front airbag sensors, center airbag sensor assembly or steering wheel pad have been dropped, or if there are cracks,
dents or other defects in the case, bracket or connector,
replace them with new ones.
9. Do not expose the front airbag sensors, center airbag sensor assembly or steering wheel pad directly to hot air or flames.
10. U s e a v o l t / o h m m e t e r w i t h h i g h i m pedance (10 kW/V
minimum) for troubleshooting of the electrical circuit.
11. Information labels are attached to the periphery of the airbag components. Follow the notices.
12. After work on the airbag system is completed, perform the
airbag warning light check (See page AB±30).
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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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Actuator check.
(1) Set to the actuator check mode(See page AC-30).
(2) Press the FRS switch and change it to step operation.
Press FRS switch and check the
condition of the flow.
The mode changes with the change in the tem-
perature display as shown in the table.
Proceed to next circuit inspection shown on
matrix chart (See page AC-36).
Connect positive
lead to terminal 4 and negative
 lead to terminal 5.
The lever turns smoothly to FACE position.
Remove heater unit.(See page AC-125).
Connect negative  lead to terminal 4 and positive

lead to terminal 5.
The lever moves smoothly to DEF position.
Check air outlet servomotor.
Replace air outlet servomotor.
Check for open and short in harness and connector between air conditioner control
assembly and outlet servomotor, outlet servomotor and battery, outlet servomotor and
body ground.(See page IN-27).
Repair or replace harness or connector.
Check and replace air conditioner control
assembly.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
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IG Power Source Circuit
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
This is the power source for the air conditioner control assembly (contains\
the A/C control assembly)
and servomotor, ect.
DIAGNOSTIC CHART
WIRING DIAGRAM
Check voltage between terminals IG+ and E
of air conditioner control assembly
connector.
Check continuity between terminal E of air
conditioner control assembly and
body ground.
Check HTR fuse.
Check harness and repair and connector be-
tween air conditioner control assembly and
battery
Proceed to next circuit inspection
shown on matrix chart (See page
AC-36).
Check for short in all the harness
and components connected to
the HTR fuse (See attached wir -
ing diagram).
Repair or replace harness or
connector.
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Check voltage between terminals IG+ and E of air conditioner control
assembly connector.
(1) Remove console upper panel.(See pageBO-111 ).
(2) Remove A/C control assembly with connec±
tors still connected.
(3) Turn ignition switch ON.
Measure voltage between terminals IG+ and E of air
conditioner control assembly.
Voltage: 10 ±14 V
Proceed to next circuit inspection shown on matrix
chart (See page AC-36).
Check continuity between terminals E of air conditioner control assem-
bly and body ground.
Measure resistance between terminals E of air condi-
tioner control assembly and body ground.
Resistance:1  or less
Repair or replace harness or connector.
Remove HTR fuse from J/B No. 1.
Check continuity of HTR fuse
Continuity
Check HTR fuse.
Check for short in all the harness and
components connected to the HTR fuse
See attached wiring diagram).
Check and repair harness and connector between air conditioner control \
assembly and battery.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
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ACC Power Source Circuit
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
This circuit supplies power to the air conditioner control assembly (contai\
ns the A/C control assembly).
DIAGNOSTIC CHART
WIRING DIAGRAM
Check voltage between terminals ACC of air
conditioner control assembly connector
and body ground.
Check RADIO No. 2 fuse.
Check and repair harness and connector
between air conditioner control assembly
and battery.
Proceed to next circuit inspection
shown on matrix chart (See page
AC-36).
Check for short in all the harness
and components connected to
the RADIO No. 2 fuse (See
attached wiring diagram).
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