2000 LEXUS GS400 lights

I04105
Dark
(10k W)Bright
(0W)
4
5
I01322
Battery Ignition
SwitchWarning Light
2 1 Wire Harness Side
I01323
1 2 OFF
ON
I01328
Battery Ignition
SwitchWarning Light
2 1 Wire Harness Side
I04107
12
4
OFF
ON BE±102
± BODY ELECTRICALCOMBINATION METER
2403 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
30. INSPECT LIGHT CONTROL RHEOSTAT OPERATION
Gradually, turn the rheostat knob from the bright side to dark
side and check that the resistance decreases from 10 kW to 0
W between terminal 4 and 5. (Rheostat knob turned to clock-
wise)
If operation is not as specified, replace the rheostat light control.
31. INSPECT WINDOW WASHER LEVEL WARNING
LIGHT
(a) Disconnect the connector from the warning switch and
ground terminal on the wire harness side connector.
(b) Engine running and check that the warning light lights up.
If the warning light does not light up, inspect the bulb or wire har-
ness.
32. INSPECT WINDOW WASHER LEVEL WARNING
SWITCH CONTINUITY
(a) Check that no continuity exists between the terminals with
the switch OFF (float up).
(b) Check that continuity exists between the terminals with
the switch ON (float down).
If operation is not as specified, replace the switch or inspect
ground point.
33. INSPECT SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT
(a) Disconnect the connector from the retractor switch and
ground terminal on the wire harness side connector.
(b) Turn the ignition switch ON and check that the warning
light lights up.
If the warning light does not light up, inspect the bulb or wire har-
ness.
34. INSPECT SEAT BELT BUCKLE SWITCH CONTINUITY
(a) Check that continuity exists between the terminals 1 and
4 on the switch side connector with the switch ON (belt
fastened).
(b) Check that continuity exists between the terminals 2 and
4 on the switch side connector with the switch OFF (belt
unfastened).
If operation is not as specified, replace the switch.

± BRAKETROUBLESHOOTING
BR±3
2111 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U) Noise from brakes
1. Pad (Cracked or distorted)
2. Installation bolt (Loose)
3. Disc (Scored)
4. Pad support plate (Loose)
5. Sliding pin (Worn)
6. Pad (Dirty)
7. Pad (Glazed)
8. Tension or return spring (Faulty)
9. Anti±squeal shim (Damaged)
10.Shoe hold±down spring (Damaged)BR±15
BR±24
BR±15
BR±24
BR±18
BR±27
BR±18
BR±18
BR±15
BR±24
BR±15
BR±24
BR±33
BR±18
BR±27
BR±33
Noise from hydraulic brake booster
(Abnormal pump motor operation noise)Accumulator bracket clearance (Out or adjustment)BR±56
Brake warning light lights up*1
(Parking brake pedal released)
1. Brake fluid level
2. Hydraulic brake booster power supply system (Faulty)BR±38
Brake warning light lights up and brake warning buzzer sounds*2Hydraulic brake booster power supply system (Faulty)BR±38
ABS warning light lights up*31. Anti±lock brake system (Faulty)
2. Hydraulic brake booster power supply system (Faulty)
BR±38
*1, *3: The light may stay on for about 60 seconds after the engine has been started. It is normal if it goes
out after a while.
*
2, *3: Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the warning light and buzzer. It is normal if the
light goes out and the buzzer stops sounding after a few seconds.
*
3: While ABS warning light is ON, both VSC warning light and VSC OFF indicator light come on.

F02847
Stop Light Switch
Push Rod
Pedal HeightBR0JB±07
F02849
Pedal Freeplay
± BRAKEBRAKE PEDAL
BR±9
2117 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
BRAKE PEDAL
ON±VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. CHECK PEDAL HEIGHT
Pedal height from asphalt sheet:
150.0 ± 160.0 mm (5.906 ± 6.299 in.)
2. IF NECESSARY, ADJUST PEDAL HEIGHT
(a) Remove the No. 1 under cover, end pad, No. 1 safety pad
and No. 7 heater to register duct (See page BO±88).
(b) Disconnect the connector from the stop light switch.
(c) Loosen the stop light switch lock nut and remove the stop
light switch.
(d) Loosen the push rod lock nut.
(e) Adjust the pedal height by turning the pedal push rod.
(f) Tighten the push rod lock nut.
Torque: 25 N´m (260 kgf´cm, 19 ft´lbf)
(g) Install the stop light switch.
(h) Push in the brake pedal 5 ± 15 mm (0.20 ± 0.59 in.), turn
the stop light switch to lock the nut in the position where
the stop light goes off.
(i) Connect the connector to the stop light switch.
(j) After installation, push in the brake pedal 5 ± 15 mm (0.20
± 0.59 in.), check that stop light lights up.
(k) After adjusting the pedal height, check the pedal freeplay.
(l) Install the No. 7 heater to register duct, No. 1 safety pad,
end pad and No. 1 under cover.
3. CHECK PEDAL FREEPLAY
(a) Stop the engine and depress the brake pedal more than
40 times until there is no more pressure left in the booster.
(b) Push in the pedal by hand until the second point of resis-
tance begins to be felt, then measure the distance, as
shown.
Pedal freeplay: 0.2 ± 2.0 mm (0.008 ± 0.079 in.)
If incorrect, check the stop light switch clearance. If the clear-
ance is OK, then troubleshoot the brake system.
Stop light switch clearance:
0.5 ± 2.4 mm (0.020 ± 0.094 in.)
HINT:
The freeplay to the 1st point of resistance is due to the play be-
tween the clevis and pin. It is 0.2 ± 2.0 mm (0.008 ± 0.079 in.)
on the pedal.

Z03473
Ammeter
Battery
VoltmeterGenerator Disconnect Wire
from Terminal B
B01656
Terminal F
± CHARGING (2JZ±GE)CHARGING SYSTEM
CH±3
1605 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
7. CHECK CHARGE WARNING LIGHT CIRCUIT
(a) Warm up the engine and then turn it off.
(b) Turn off all accessories.
(c) Turn the ignition switch ºONº. Check that the charge warn-
ing light is lit.
(d) Start the engine. Check that the light goes off.
If the light does not go off as specified, troubleshoot the charge
light circuit.
8. INSPECT CHARGING CIRCUIT WITHOUT LOAD
HINT:
If a battery/generator tester is available, connect the tester to
the charging circuit as per manufacturer's instructions.
(a) If a tester is not available, connect a voltmeter and amme-
ter to the charging circuit as follows:

Disconnect the wire from terminal B of the genera-
tor, and connect it to the negative (±) probe of the
ammeter.

Connect the positive (+) probe of the ammeter to
terminal B of the generator.

Connect the positive (+) probe of the voltmeter to
terminal B of the generator.

Ground the negative (±) probe of the voltmeter.
(b) Check the charging circuit as follows:
With the engine running from idling to 2,000 rpm, check
the reading on the ammeter and voltmeter.
Standard amperage: 10 A or less
Standard voltage: 13.2 ± 14.8 V
If the voltmeter reading is more than standard voltage, replace
the voltage regulator.
If the voltmeter reading is less than standard voltage, check the
voltage regulator and generator as follows:

With terminal F grounded, start the engine and
check the voltmeter reading of terminal B.

If the voltmeter reading is more than standard volt-
age, replace the voltage regulator.

If the voltmeter reading is less than standard volt-
age, check the generator.
9. INSPECT CHARGING CIRCUIT WITH LOAD
(a) With the engine running at 2,000 rpm, turn on the high
beam headlights and place the heater blower switch at
ºHIº.
(b) Check the reading on the ammeter.
Standard amperage: 30 A or more
If the ammeter reading is less than the standard amperage, re-
pair the generator.
HINT:
If the battery is fully charged, the indication will sometimes be
less than standard amperage.

B02389
B02390
HEAT METHOD: When the problem seems to occur when the suspect area is heated. 2
NOTICE:3 WATER SPRINKLING METHOD:
(1)
(2)
4 OTHER: When a malfunction seems to occur when electrical load is excessive.When the malfunction seems to occur on a rainy day or in a
high±humidity condition. Heat the component that is the likely cause of the malfunction
with a hair dryer or similar object. Check to see if the malfunction
occurs.
Sprinkle water onto the vehicle and check to see if the malfunc-
tion occurs.
Turn on all electrical loads including the heater blower, head
lights, rear window defogger, etc. and check to see if the mal-
function occurs.ON HINT:
If a vehicle is subject to water leakage, the leaked water may
contaminate the ECU. When testing a vehicle with a water leak-
age problem, special caution must be taken.
Malfunc-
tion
Do not heat to more than 60 °C (140 °F). (Temperature
is limited not to damage the components.)
Do not apply heat directly to parts in the ECU. (1)
(2)
Never sprinkle water directly into the engine compart-
ment, but indirectly change the temperature and hu-
midity by applying water spray onto the radiator front
surface.
Never apply water directly onto the electronic compo-
nents. NOTICE: IN±26
± INTRODUCTIONHOW TO TROUBLESHOOT ECU CONTROLLED
SYSTEMS
26 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)

MA002±06
MA±2
± MAINTENANCEINSIDE VEHICLE
45 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
INSIDE VEHICLE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
These are maintenance and inspection items which are considered to be the owner's responsibility.
They can be done by the owner or they can have them done at a service shop.
These items include those which should be checked on a daily basis, those which, in most cases, do not
require (special) tools and those which are considered to be reasonable for the owner to do.
Items and procedures for general maintenance are as follows.
1. GENERAL NOTES

Maintenance items may vary from country to country. Check the owner's manual supplement in which
the maintenance schedule is shown.

Every service item in the periodic maintenance schedule must be performed.

Periodic maintenance service must be performed according to whichever interval in the periodic main-
tenance schedule occurs first, the odometer reading (miles) or the time interval (months).

Maintenance service after the last period should be performed at the same interval as before unless
otherwise noted.

Failure to do even one item an cause the engine to run poorly and increase exhaust emissions.
2. LIGHTS
(a) Check that the headlights, stop lights, taillights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all working.
(b) Check the headlight aiming.
3. WARNING LIGHTS AND BUZZERS
Check that all warning lights and buzzers function properly.
4. HORN
Check that it is working.
5. WINDSHIELD GLASS
Check for scratches, pits or abrasions.
6. WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER
(a) Check operation of the wipers and washer.
(b) Check that the wipers do not streak.
7. WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER
Check that air comes out from the defroster outlet when operating the heater or air conditioner.
8. REAR VIEW MIRROR
Check that it is mounted securely.
9. SUN VISORS
Check that they move freely and are mounted securely.
10. STEERING WHEEL
Check that it has the specified freeplay. Be alert for changes in steering condition, such as hard steering,
excessive freeplay or strange noises.
11. SEATS
(a) Check that all front seat controls such as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. operate smoothly.
(b) Check that all latches lock securely in any position.
(c) Check that the locks hold securely in any latched position.
(d) Check that the head restraints move up and down smoothly and that the locks hold securely in any
latches position.
(e) For folding±down rear seat backs, check that the latches lock securely.
12. SEAT BELTS
(a) Check that the seat belt system such as the buckles, retractors and anchors operate properly and
smoothly.
(b) Check that the belt webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or dameged.

PP0O2±02
± PREPARATIONBODY ELECTRICAL
PP±93
145 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
EQUIPMENT
Voltmeter
Ammeter
Ohmmeter
Test lead
ThermometerEngine coolant temperature sender gauge, Engine oil level warn-
ing switch, Seat heater
SyphonBrake fluid level warning switch
Oil bathEngine oil level warning switch
Bulb (1.4 W)Defogger switch
Bulb (3.4 W)Fuel sender gauge, Engine coolant temperature receiver gauge,
Seat belt warning relay
Dry cell batteryFuel sender gauge, Power mirror
Heat lightSeat heater
Hexagon wrench (6 mm)Power seat
Torque wrench
Clip removerFor removing cowl louver
Masking tapeRear window defogger wire
Tin foilRear window defogger wire

AB0158
SSTBattery
AB0152
SST
AB0158
SSTBattery
H01580
SST
H03723
RS±18
± SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMSTEERING WHEEL PAD AND SPIRAL CABLE
2249 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
1. AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT WHEN SCRAPPING VE-
HICLE
HINT:
Have a battery ready as the power source to deploy the airbag.
(a) Check functioning of SST
CAUTION:
When deploying the airbag, always use the specified SST:
SRS Airbag Deployment Tool.
SST 09082±00700
(1) Connect the SST battery.
Connect the red clip of the SST to the battery posi-
tive (+) terminal and the black clip to the battery neg-
ative (±) terminal.
HINT:
Do not connect the yellow connector which will be connected
with the supplemental restraint system.
(2) Check functioning of SST.
Press the SST activation switch, and check that the
LED of the SST activation switch lights up.
CAUTION:
If the LED lights up when the activation switch is not being
pressed, SST malfunction is probable, so definitely do not
use the SST.
(b) Install the SST.
CAUTION:
Check that there is no looseness in the steering wheel and
steering wheel pad.
(1) Remove the steering column lower cover.
Remove the 3 screws and steering column lower
cover as shown in the illustration.
(2) Disconnect the airbag connector of the spiral cable.