2000 LEXUS GS400 check engine

P04793
SST
EM0DM±03
P04799
Oil Hole
EM6535
P02143
P04473
EM±88
± ENGINE MECHANICAL (2JZ±GE)CYLINDER BLOCK
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REPLACEMENT
1. REPLACE CONNECTING ROD BUSHING
(a) Using SST and a press, press out the bushing.
SST 09222±30010
(b) Align the oil holes of a new bushing and the connecting
rod.
(c) Using SST and a press, press in the bushing.
SST 09222±30010
(d) Using a pin hole grinder, bore the bushing to obtain the
standard specified clearance (See page EM±83) be-
tween the bushing and piston pin.
(e) Check the piston pin fit at room temperature.
Coat the piston pin with engine oil and push it into the con-
necting rod with your thumb.
2. REPLACE CRANKSHAFT FRONT OIL SEAL
HINT:
There are 2 methods (a) and (b) to replace the oil seal as fol-
lows:
(a) If the oil pump is removed form the cylinder block.
(1) Using a screwdriver, pry out the oil seal.

P02430
P02160
P02284
11
7
1283
41
25
69
1013
14
P02440
90°Painted Mark
90°
P04472
± ENGINE MECHANICAL (2JZ±GE)CYLINDER BLOCK
EM±93
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7. PLACE MAIN BEARING CAP AND LOWER THRUST
WASHERS ON CYLINDER BLOCK
(a) Install the lower thrust washers on the No.4 main bearing
with the grooves facing outward.
(b) Install the main bearing caps in numerical order with the
arrows facing forward.
8. INSTALL MAIN BEARING CAP BOLTS
HINT:

The main bearing cap bolts are tightened in 2 progressive
steps (steps (b) and (d)).

If any of the main bearing bolts break or deform, replace
them.
(a) Apply a light coat of engine oil on the threads and under
the heads of the main bearing cap bolts.
(b) Install and uniformly tighten the 14 main bearing cap
bolts, in several passes, in the sequence shown.
Torque: 45 N´m (450 kgf´cm, 33 ft´lbf)
If any one of the main bearing cap bolts does not meet the
torque specification, replace the main bearing cap bolt.
(c) Mark the front of the main bearing cap bolt head with
paint.
(d) Retighten the main bearing cap bolts 90° in the numerical
order shown above.
(e) Check that the painted mark is now at a 90° angle to the
front.
(f) Check that the crankshaft turns smoothly.
9. CHECK CRANKSHAFT THRUST CLEARANCE
Using a dial indicator, measure the thrust clearance while prying
the crankshaft back and forth with a screwdriver.
Standard thrust clearance:
0.020 ± 0.220 mm (0.0008 ± 0.0087 in.)
Maximum thrust clearance:
0.30 mm (0.0118 in.)
If the thrust clearance is greater than maximum, replace the
thrust washers as a set.

P02420
Painted Mark
90°90°
P02197
Seal Width
2 ± 3 mm
Seal
Packing
± ENGINE MECHANICAL (2JZ±GE)CYLINDER BLOCK
EM±95
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(c) Mark the front of the connecting rod cap bolt with paint.
(d) Retighten the connecting rod cap bolts 90° in the numeri-
cal order shown.
(e) Check that the painted mark is now at a 90° angle to the
front.
(f) Check that the crankshaft turns smoothly.
13. CHECK CONNECTING ROD THRUST CLEARANCE
(See page EM±76)
14. INSTALL REAR OIL SEAL RETAINER
(a) Remove any old packing (FIPG) material and be careful
not to drop any oil on the contact surfaces of the retainer
and cylinder block.

Using a razor blade and gasket scraper, remove all
the old packing (FIPG) material from the gasket sur-
faces and sealing groove.

Thoroughly clean all components to remove all de-
bris.

Using a non±residue solvent, clean both sealing
surfaces.
(b) Apply seal packing to the retainer as shown in the illustra-
tion.
Seal packing: Part No.08826±00080 or equivalent

Install a nozzle that has been cut to a 2 ± 3 mm (0.08
± 0.12 in.) opening.

Parts must be assembled within 3 minutes of ap-
plication. Otherwise the material must be removed
and reapplied.

Immediately remove nozzle from the tube and rein-
stall cap.
(c) Install the retainer with the 6 bolts.
Torque: 6.0 N´m (60 kgf´cm, 53 in.´lbf)
15. INSTALL OIL PUMP (See page LU±12)
16. INSTALL RH ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKET AND
INSULATOR ASSEMBLY
Install the mounting bracket with the 4 bolts.
Torque: 59 N´m (590 kgf´cm, 44 ft´lbf)
17. INSTALL LH ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKET AND
INSULATOR ASSEMBLY
Install the mounting bracket with the 4 bolts.
Torque: 59 N´m (590 kgf´cm, 44 ft´lbf)
18. INSTALL FUEL INLET PIPE
Install the fuel inlet pipe with the 2 bolts.
Torque: 29 N´m (290 kgf´cm, 21 ft´lbf)
19. INSTALL NO.1 OIL PIPE
Install the No.1 oil pipe with 2 new gaskets and the union bolt.
Torque: 55 N´m (550 kgf´cm, 41 ft´lbf)

EM0DO±03
A09756

Before installing oxygen sensor, twist
sensor wire counterclockwise 3 and 1/2
turns.

After installing oxygen sensor, check that
sensor wire is not twisted. If it is twisted,
remove oxygen sensor and reinstall it.HINT:
Ring
RingRing BracketHeat Insulator
RH Tailpipe


Heat
Insulator

 
RingBracketRing Tailpipe
Baffle Gasket
Center Exhaust PIpe
 Gasket
Ring
Heat Insulator
LH Tailpipe
Tailpipe
Baffle
44 (440, 32)
44 (440, 32)
Front Floor
Center Brace
Heated Oxygen Sensor
Heated Oxygen Sensor
(Bank 2 Sensor 2)
Heat InsulatorHeat Insulator
45 (450, 33)
44 (440, 32)
 Gasket
N´m (kgf´cm, ft´lbf) : Specified torque
 Non±reusable partPipe Support Bracket
Front Exhaust Pipe
 Gasket Heat
Insulator
44 (440, 32)
± ENGINE MECHANICAL (2JZ±GE)EXHAUST SYSTEM
EM±97
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EXHAUST SYSTEM
COMPONENTS

± INTRODUCTIONFOR ALL OF VEHICLES
IN±17
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2. FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A CATALYTIC CONVERTER
CAUTION:
If large amount of unburned gasoline flows into the converter, it may overheat and create a fire haz-
ard. To prevent this, observe the following precautions and explain them to your customer.
(a) Use only unleaded gasoline.
(b) Avoid prolonged idling.
Avoid running the engine at idle speed for more than 20 minutes.
(c) Avoid spark jump test.
(1) Perform spark jump test only when absolutely necessary. Perform this test as rapidly as possible.
(2) While testing, never race the engine.
(d) Avoid prolonged engine compression measurement.
Engine compression tests must be done as rapidly as possible.
(e) Do not run engine when fuel tank is nearly empty.
This may cause the engine to misfire and create an extra load on the converter.
(f) Avoid coasting with ignition turned off.
(g) Do not dispose of used catalyst along with parts contaminated with gasoline or oil.
3. IF VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH MOBILE COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
For vehicles with mobile communication systems such as two±way radios and cellular telephones, observe
the following precautions.
(1) Install the antenna as far as possible away from the ECU and sensors of the vehicle's electronic
system.
(2) Install the antenna feeder at least 20 cm (7.87 in.) away from the ECU and sensors of the ve-
hicle's electronic systems. For details about ECU and sensors locations, refer to the section on
the applicable component.
(3) Avoid winding the antenna feeder together with other wiring as much as possible, and also avoid
running the antenna feeder parallel with other wire harnesses.
(4) Check that the antenna and feeder are correctly adjusted.
(5) Do not install powerful mobile communications system.
4. FOR USING OBD II SCAN TOOL OR LEXUS HAND±HELD TESTER
CAUTION:
Observe the following items for safety reasons:

Before using the OBD II scan tool or LEXUS hand±held tester, the OBD II scan tool's instruction
book or LEXUS hand±held tester's operator manual should be read thoroughly.

Be sure to route all cables securely when driving with the OBD II scan tool or LEXUS hand±held
tester connected to the vehicle. (i.e. Keep cables away from feet, pedals, steering wheel and
shift lever.)

Two persons are required when test driving with the OBD II scan tool or LEXUS hand±held tes-
ter, one person to drive the vehicle and the other person to operate the OBD II scan tool or LEX-
US hand±held tester.

F02853
B01549
F02853
IN±18
± INTRODUCTIONFOR ALL OF VEHICLES
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5. FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH VEHICLE SKID
CONTROL (VSC) SYSTEM
NOTICE:
When using a 2±wheel drum tester such as a speedometer
tester or chassis dynamometer, etc., or jacking up the rear
wheels and driving the wheels, always push in the TRAC &
VSC cut switch and turn the TRAC & VSC system OFF.
(a) Press the VSC OFF switch.
(b) Check that the VSC OFF indicator light comes ON.
HINT:
The VSC OFF indicator light should be always OFF when the
engine is restarted.
(c) Begin measurements.
(d) Press the VSC OFF switch again to change the TRAC &
VSC system to operational condition and check that the
VSC OFF indicator light goes off.
HINT:
The SLIP indicator light blinks when the TRAC system is opera-
tional.

Important Points in the Customer Problem Analysis

What ±±±±± Vehicle model, system name

When ±±±±± Date, time, occurrence frequency

Where ±±±±± Road conditions

Under what conditions? ±±±±± Running conditions, driving conditions, weather conditions

How did it happen? ±±±±± Problem symptoms
(Sample) Engine control system check sheet.
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM Check Sheet
Customer's Name
Driver's Name
Data Vehicle
Brought in
License No.
Model and Model
Year
Frame No.
Engine Model
Odometer Reading
km
miles
Problem Symptoms
Engine does
not Start
Difficult to
Start
Poor Idling
Poor
Drive ability
Engine Stall
Others
Engine does not crankNo initial combustionNo complete combustion
Engine cranks slowly
Other
Incorrect first idleIdling rpm is abnormalHigh ( rpm)Low ( rpm)
Rough idling
Other
HesitationBack fireMuffler explosion (after±fire)Surging
Knocking
Other
Soon after startingAfter accelerator pedal depressed
After accelerator pedal released
During A/C operation
Shifting from N to D
Other
Data Problem
ConstantSometimes ( times per day/month)
Inspector's
Name
CUSTOMER PROBLEM ANALYSIS CHECK
IN±22± INTRODUCTIONHOW TO TROUBLESHOOT ECU CONTROLLED
SYSTEMS
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1. CUSTOMER PROBLEM ANALYSIS
In troubleshooting, the problem symptoms must be confirmed accurately and all preconceptions must be
cleared away in order to give an accurate judgment. To ascertain just what the problem symptoms are, it is
extremely important to ask the customer about the problem and the conditions at the time it occurred.
Important Point in the Problem Analysis:
The following 5 items are important points in the problem analysis. Past problems which are thought to be
unrelated and the repair history, etc. may also help in some cases, so as much information as possible should
be gathered and its relationship with the problem symptoms should be correctly ascertained for reference
in troubleshooting. A customer problem analysis table is provided in Diagnostics section for each system
for your use.

DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHECK PROCEDURE
Diagnostic Trouble
Code Check (Make a
note of and then clear)Confirmation
of SymptomsDiagnostic Trouble
Code CheckProblem Condition
Diagnostic Trouble
Code DisplayProblem symptoms
existSame diagnostic
trouble code is
displayedProblem is still occurring in the diagnostic
circuit
Normal code is
displayedThe problem is still occurring in a place
other than in the diagnostic circuit
(The diagnostic trouble code displayed
first is either for a past problem or it is a
secondary problem)
No problem
symptoms existThe problem occurred in the diagnostic
circuit in the past
Normal Code DisplayProblem symptoms
existNormal code is
displayedThe problem is still occurring in a place
other than in the diagnostic circuit
No problem
symptoms existNormal code is
displayedThe problem occurred in a place other
than in the diagnostic circuit in the past
± INTRODUCTIONHOW TO TROUBLESHOOT ECU CONTROLLED
SYSTEMSIN±23
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2. SYMPTOM CONFIRMATION AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHECK
The diagnostic system in the LEXUS GS400/GS300 fulfills various functions. The first function is the Diag-
nostic Trouble Code Check in which a malfunction in the signal circuits to the ECU is stored in code in the
ECU memory at the time of occurrence, to be output by the technician during troubleshooting. Another func-
tion is the Input Signal Check which checks if the signals from various switches are sent to the ECU correctly.
By using these check functions, the problem areas can be narrowed down quickly and troubleshooting can
be performed effectively. Diagnostic functions are incorporated in the following systems in the LEXUS
GS400/GS300.
SystemDiagnostic Trouble
Code CheckInput Signal Check
(Sensor Check)Diagnostic Test
Mode (Active Test)
Engine (2JZ±GE)
Engine (1UZ±FE)
Automatic Transmission
ABS & Hydraulic Brake Booster Power Supply System
Vehicle Skid Control (VSC) & Brake Assist (BA) System
Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column
Supplemental Restraint System
Cruise Control System
Engine Immobiliser System
Multiplex Communication System
LEXUS Navigation System
Air Conditioning System(with check Mode)
(with check Mode)
(with check Mode)















In diagnostic trouble code check, it is very important to determine whether the problem indicated by the diag-
nostic trouble code is still occurring or occurred in the past but returned to normal at present. In addition,
it must be checked in the problem symptom check whether the malfunction indicated by the diagnostic
trouble code is directly related to the problem symptom or not. For this reason, the diagnostic trouble codes
should be checked before and after the symptom confirmation to determine the current conditions, as shown
in the table below. If this is not done, it may, depending on the case, result in unnecessary troubleshooting
for normally operating systems, thus making it more difficult to locate the problem, or in repairs not pertinent
to the problem. Therefore, always follow the procedure in correct order and perform the diagnostic trouble
code check.