
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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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The LEXUS SC400 is equipped with an SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) a\
irbag.
Failure to carry out service operations in the correct sequence could cause the\
airbag system to unex-
pectedly deploy during servicing, possibly leading to a serious accident.
Further, if a mistake is made in servicing the airbag system, it is possible the\
airbag may fail to operate
when required.
Before performing servicing (including removal or installation of parts, insp\
ection or replacement), be
sure to read the following items carefully, then follow the correct procedure described in the repair
manual.
1. Malfunction symptoms of the airbag system are difficult to confirm, so the diagnostic codes become themost important source of information when troubleshooting.
When troubleshooting the airbag system, always inspect the diagnostic co\
des before disconnecting the
battery (See page AB±25).
2. Work must be started after approx. 20 seconds or longer from the time the ig\
nition switch is turned to the LOCK position and the negative (±) terminal cable is disconnec\
ted from the battery. (The
airbag system is equipped with a back±up power source so that if work is sta\
rted within 20 seconds
of disconnecting the negative (±) terminal cable of the battery, the airbag may be deployed.)
When the negative (±) terminal cable is disconnected from the battery, memory of the clock and audio sys-
tems will be cancelled. So before starting work, make a record of the conten\
ts memorized by the audio
memory system. Then when work is finished, reset the audio systems as before a\
nd adjust the clock. When
the vehicle has power tilt and power telescopic steering, 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 work 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. Never disassemble and repair the front airbag sensors, center airbag sensor a\
ssembly or steering
wheel pad in order to reuse it.
7. If the front airbag sensors, center airbag assembly or steering wheel pa\
d have been dropped, or if there are cracks, dents or other defects in the case, bracket or conn\
ector, replace them with new
ones.
8. Do not expose the front airbag sensors, center airbag sensor assembly or\
steering wheel pad directly to hot air or flames.
9. Use a volt/ohmmeter with high impedance (10 kW/V minimum) for troubleshoo\
ting of the electrical circuit.
10. Information labels are attached to the periphery of the airbag components. Follow t\
he instructions
on the notices.
11. After work on the airbag system is completed, perform the airbag warning\
light check (See page AB±30 ).
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2. REMOVE FRONT SEAT LINK WITH FRONT VERTICAL(a) Remove two screws and the screw support bushing.
(b) Remove four nuts and the link.
3. REMOVE SLIDE MOTOR (a) Remove two screws and the motor.
(b) Remove the cable.
4. REMOVE FRONT SEAT LINK WITH REAR VERTICAL (a) Remove two screws and the screw support bushing.
(b) Remove snap ring from the link.
(c) Remove four nuts and the link.
5. REMOVE FRONT SEAT MOTOR SUPPORT BRACKET Remove the bracket from the front seat truck.
ASSEMBLY OF POWER SEAT
REGULATOR
(See page BO±63)
INSTALL SLIDE AND VERTICAL MOTOR For installation follow the removal procedure in reverse.
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SRS AIRBAG
(See page AB±2)
The LEXUS SC300 is equipped with an SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)\
airbag.
Failure to carry out service operations in the correct sequence could cause the airbag system to deploy,
possibly leading to a serious accident.
When removal or installation of airbag parts and the yellow wire harness\
and connector for the airbag is
necessary, refer to the precautionary notices in the AB section before performing\
the operation.
Work must be started after 20 seconds or longer from the time the ignition switch is set to the LOCK
position and the negative (±) terminal cable is disconnected from the batte\
ry.
(The airbag system is equipped with a back±up power source so that if wor\
k is started within 20 se-
conds of disconnecting the negative (±) terminal cable of the batte\
ry, the airbag may be deployed.
To avoid erasing the memory of each memory system, never use a back±up power supply from
outside the vehicle.
Before repairs, remove the airbag sensors if shocks are likely to be applied t\
o the sensors during
repaires.
The front airbag sensor set bolt has been anti±rust treated. When the\
sensor is removed, always
replace the set bolt with a new one.
If the front airbag sensors, center airbag sensor or steering wheel pad ha\
ve been dropped, or if there
are cracks, dents or other defects in the case, bracket or connector, replace them with new ones.
Never use airbag parts from another vehicle. When replacing parts, repla\
ce them with new parts.
Do not expose the front airbag sensors, center airbag sensor or steering w\
heel pad directly to hot air
or flames.
The airbag system's wire harness is integrated with the cowl wire harness assembly. The wires for the
airbag wire harness are encased in a yellow corrugated tube. All the connector\
s for the system are
also a standard yellow color. If the airbag system wire harness becomes disconnected or the
connector becomes broken due to an accident, etc., repair or replace it as shown \
on page AB±20.
The steering wheel must be fitted correctly to the steering column with the\
spiral cable at the neutral
position; otherwise, cable disconnection and other troubles may result. \
Refer to page AB±14 of this
manual concerning correct steering wheel installation.
When removing the steering wheel pad or handling a new steering wheel pad, i\
t should be placed with
the pad top surface facing up. In this case, the twin±lock type connector lock lever should be in the
locked state and care should be taken to place it so the connector will not be damaged. (\
Storing the
pad with its metallic surface up may lead to a serious accident if the a\
irbag inflates for some reason.)
Grease should not be applied to the steering wheel pad and the pad should not \
be cleaned with
detergents of any kind.
Store the steering wheel pad where the ambient temperature remains below 93 C (200 F), without
high humidity and away from electrical noise.
Information labels are attached to the periphery of the airbag component\
s. Follow the notices.
When the ignition switch is at ACC or ON and the airbag warning light remains on, the cent\
er airbag
sensor assembly has detected a malfunction code. (See page AB±30).
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(c) Disconnect the connector and remove the wooferamplifier.
2. INSTALL WOOFER AMPLIFIER For installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse.
INSPECTION OF WOOFER AMPLIFIER
INSPECT WOOFER AMPLIFIER
(Circuit)
Disconnect the connector from woofer amplifier and inspect
the connector on the wire harness side as shown.
Check forTester connectionConditionSpecified value
Continuity7±GroundConstantContinuity
Voltage3±GroundConstantBattery voltage
4±GroundIgnition switch positionACC or ONBattery voltage
6±Ground
g
LOCKNo voltage
If circuit is not as specified, refer to BE±201 wiring diagrams
and inspect the circuits connected to other parts.
(Power Amplifier)
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF
POWER AMPLIFIER
(Pioneer)
1. REMOVE POWER AMPLIFIER (a) Remove the RH side cover.
(b) Remove the CD auto changer (See page BE±212).
(c) Disconnect two connectors and remove three nuts and the power amplifier with the bracket.
(d) Remove four bolts and the power amplifier.
2. INSTALL POWER AMPLIFIER For installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse.
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(Nakamichi)
1. REMOVE POWER AMPLIFIER
(a) Remove the RH side cover.
(b) Remove the CD auto changer (See page BE±212).
(c) Disconnect three connectors and remove three nuts and the power amplifier with the bracket.
(d) Remove four bolts and the power amplifier.
2. INSTALL WOOFER AMPLIFIER For installation follow the removal procedure in reverse.
POWER AMPLIFIER INSPECTION
INSPECT POWER AMPLIFIER
(Circuit)
Disconnect the connector from power amplifier and inspect
the connector on the wire harness side as shown.
(Produced by PIONEER)
Check for Tester connection Condition Specified value
Continuity B7±Ground Constant Continuity
Voltage B10±Ground Constant Battery positive voltage
A14±Ground
A6 G d
Ignition switch position ACC or ON Battery positive voltage A6±Ground LOCK No voltage
If circuit is not as specified, refer to BE±201 wiring diagrams
and inspect the circuits connected to other parts.
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B. with CD player type
HINT: The part names and terminals indicated in brackets ( ) are for model\
s with a Nakamichi system.
Wire harness faulty.
Wire harness faulty. Wire harness faulty.
Wire harness faulty.
Wire harness faulty.
Woofer faulty.
Radio receiver assembly faulty.
Is tape player operating normally?
Radio receiver assembly faulty.
Temporarily install another woofer.
Functions OK? Is there battery voltage between the following ter-
minals with connector connected?
Woofer amplifier 6 (Power amplifier C6) ± ground
Is there continuity between the following terminals
with connector disconnected?
Woofer amplifier 9 (Power amplifier C9) ±Woofer 2
Woofer amplifier10 (Power amplifier C10) ±Woofer 1Is there continuity between the following terminals
with connector disconnected?
Woofer amplifier 7 (Power amplifier C7) ±ground
Is there continuity between the following terminals
with connector disconnected?
Woofer amplifier 9 (Power amplifier C9) ±ground
Woofer amplifier10 (Power amplifier C10) ±ground
Is there battery positive between the following
terminals with connector connected?
Woofer amplifier 3 (Power amplifier C3) ±ground
Woofer amplifier4 (Power amplifier C4) ±ground
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7RadioWOOFER VOLUME FAINT
A. without CD player type
Wire harness faulty.Wire harness faulty.
Radio receiver assembly faulty.
Is tape player operating normally?
Is there continuity between the following terminals
with connector disconnected?
Radio receiver assembly D1±ground
Radio receiver assembly D5±ground
Woofer amplifier faulty.
Is there continuity between the following terminals
with connector disconnected?
Radio receiver amplifier D1 ± Woofer amplifier 1
Radio receiver amplifier D5 ± Woofer amplifier 5
Radio receiver assembly faulty. Temporarily install another woofer amplifier.
Functions OK?
B. with CD player type
HINT: The part names and terminals indicated in brackets ( ) are for model\
s with a Nakamichi system.
Wire harness faulty. Wire harness faulty. Radio receiver assembly faulty.
Is tape player operating normally?
Is there continuity between the following terminals
with connector disconnected?
Radio receiver assembly D1±ground
Radio receiver assembly D5±ground
Woofer amplifier faulty.
Is there continuity between the following terminals
with connector disconnected?
Radio receiver amplifier D1 ± Woofer amplifier 1
(Power amplifier C1)
Radio receiver amplifier D5 ± Woofer amplifier 5
(Power amplifier C5)
Radio receiver assembly faulty. Temporarily install another woofer amplifier.
Functions OK?
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