2000 LEXUS GS400 transmission

MA01S±01
± MAINTENANCECHASSIS
MA±7
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CHASSIS
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT STEERING LINKAGE
(a) Check the steering wheel freeplay.
(See page SR±8)
(b) Check the steering linkage for looseness or damage.
Check that:

Tie rod ends do not have excessive play.

Dust seals and boots are not damaged.

Boot clamps are not loose.
2. INSPECT SRS AIRBAG
(DRIVER'S SIDE: See page RS±15)
(PASSENGER'S SIDE: See page RS±29)
3. INSPECT STEERING GEAR HOUSING OIL
Check the steering gear housing for oil leakage.
4. INSPECT LOWER BALL JOINTS AND DUST COVERS
(a) Jack up the front of the vehicle and support it with stands.
(b) Make sure the front wheels are in a straight±ahead posi-
tion, and depress the brake pedal.
(c) Jack up the lower suspension arm until there is about half
a load on the front coil spring.
(d) Inspect the dust cover for damage.
5. CHECK AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION AND
DIFFERENTIAL
Visually check the automatic transmission and differential for oil
leakage.
If leakage is found, check for the cause and repair it.
6. REPLACE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID
(See page DI±318)
7. REPLACE DIFFERENTIAL OIL
(See page SA±61)

PP0TD±02
PP±2
± PREPARATIONENGINE MECHANICAL (2JZ±GE)
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ENGINE MECHANICAL (2JZ±GE)
SST (Special Service Tools)
09201±10000Valve Guide Bushing Remover &
Replacer Set
(09201±01060)Valve Guide Bushing Remover &
Replacer 6
09202±70020Valve Spring Compressor
(09202±00010)Attachment
09213±70010Crankshaft Pulley Holding Tool
09222±30010Connecting Rod Bushing Remover
& Replacer
09223±15030Oil Seal & Bearing ReplacerCrankshaft rear oil seal
09248±55040Valve Clearance Adjust Tool Set
(09248±05410)Valve Lifter Press
(09248±05420)Valve Lifter Stopper
09316±60011Transmission & Transfer Bearing
Replacer
(09316±00011)Replacer PipeCrankshaft front oil seal
Camshaft oil seal

PP0N4±02
± PREPARATIONAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
PP±59
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SST (Special Service Tools)
09032±00100Oil Pan Seal CutterOil pan
09308±00010Oil Seal PullerExtension housing rear oil seal
09309±37010Transmission Bearing ReplacerExtension housing rear oil seal
09350±30020TOYOTA Automatic Transmission
Tool Set
(09351±32020)Stator Stopper
09950±60010Replacer Set
(09951±00350)Replacer 35
09950±70010Handle Set
(09951±07100)Handle 100
09992±00095Automatic Transmission Oil
Pressure Gauge Set
(09992±00231)Adaptor C
(09992±00271)Gauge Assy

PP0N5±02
PP±60
± PREPARATIONAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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RECOMMENDED TOOLS
09017±12301Deep Socket Wrench 30 mm .
09082±00040TOYOTA Electrical Tester.

PP0N6±01
± PREPARATIONAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
PP±61
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EQUIPMENT
OBD II scan tool
Dial indicator or dial indicator with magnetic baseOutput shaft, Major bushing
Straight edge
Torque wrench

PP0N7±06
PP±62
± PREPARATIONAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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LUBRICANT
ItemCapacityClassification
Automatic transmission fluid
Dry fill
Drain and refill
8.4 liters (8.9 US qts, 7.4 Imp. qts)
1.9 liters (2.0 US qts, 1.7 Imp. qts)ATF TYPE T±IV

PP0SU±01
± PREPARATIONAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
PP±63
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SSM (Special Service Materials)
08826±00090Seal Packing 1281,
THREE BOND 1281 or equivalent
(FIPG)Transmission case x Oil pan

PP0T1±04
± PREPARATIONSUSPENSION AND AXLE
PP±67
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SUSPENSION AND AXLE
SST (Special Service Tools)
09223±46011Crankshaft Front Oil Seal
ReplacerRear differential
09223±56010Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal
ReplacerRear differential
09229±55010Oil Cooler Relief Valve WrenchRear differential
09240±00020Wire Gauge SetRear drive shaft
(09242±00080)Wire Gauge
09255±10012Crankshaft Rear Bearing Remover
& ReplacerRear differential
09308±00010Oil Seal PullerFront axle
Rear differential
09309±36010Transmission Rear Bearing
ReplacerFront axle
Rear drive shaft
09316±12010Transfer Bearing ReplacerDifferential mounting cushion
09316±60011Transmission & Transfer Bearing
ReplacerFront axle
Rear differential
(09316±00011)Replacer Pipe
(09316±00041)Replacer ºCº