2000 LEXUS GS400 change wheel

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IN±18
± INTRODUCTIONFOR ALL OF VEHICLES
18 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
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.

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.

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MA01R±01
MA±6
± MAINTENANCEBRAKE
49 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
BRAKE
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT BRAKE LINE PIPES AND HOSES
HINT:
Check in a well lighted area. Check the entire circumference
and length of the brake hoses using a mirror as required. Turn
the front wheels fully right or left before checking the front brake.
(a) Check all brake lines and hoses for.

Damage

Wear

Deformation

Cracks

Corrosion

Leaks

Bends

Twists
(b) Check all clamps for tightness and connections for leak-
age.
(c) Check that the hoses and lines are clear of sharp edges,
moving parts and the exhaust system.
(d) Check that the lines install in grommets pass through the
center of the grommets.
2. INSPECT FRONT AND REAR BRAKE PADS AND
DISCS
(FRONT PADS: See page BR±16)
(REAR PADS: See page BR±25)
(FRONT DISCS: See page BR±21)
(REAR DISCS: See page BR±30)
3. INSPECT PARKING BRAKE LININGS AND DRUMS
(See page BR±35)
4. INSPECT OR CHANGE BRAKE FLUID
(See page BR±4)
Fluid: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT3

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Brass Bar
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W04397
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SSTFulcrum
Length
SR±56
± STEERINGPOWER STEERING GEAR
2226 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
(c) Using a brass bar and hammer, stake the washer.
NOTICE:
Avoid any impact to the rack.
14. INSTALL RH AND LH RACK BOOTS, CLAMPS AND
CLIPS
(a) Ensure that the tube hole is not clogged with grease.
HINT:
If the tube hole is clogged, the pressure inside the boot will
change after it is assembled and the steering wheel is turned.
(b) Install the boot.
NOTICE:
Be careful not to damage or twist the boot.
(c) Using pliers tighten a new clamp, as shown in the illustra-
tion.
15. INSTALL RH AND LH TIE ROD ENDS AND LOCK NUTS
(a) Screw the lock nut and tie rod end onto the rack end until
the matchmarks are aligned.
(b) After adjusting toe±in, torque the nut.
(See page SA±4)
Torque: 55 N´m (560 kgf´cm, 41 ft´lbf)
16. INSTALL 2 TURN PRESSURE TUBES
(a) Install a new union seat to the rack housing.
(b) Using SST, install the tube.
SST 09633±00020
Torque: 20 N´m (203 kgf´cm, 15 ft´lbf)
HINT:

Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 300 mm
(11.81 in.).

This torque value is effective in case that SST is parallel
to a torque wrench.

F02400
SA1204
± SUSPENSION AND AXLEFRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT
SA±5
2005 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
5. ADJUST CAMBER
HINT:

After adjusting the camber, inspect the caster and toe±in.

Try adjusting the camber to the center value of the specifi-
cation.
(a) Loosen the camber adjusting cam nut of the lower sus-
pension arm.
(b) Turn the camber adjusting cam of the lower suspension
arm and adjust camber.
HINT:
Camber changes about 5' (0.08°) with each graduation of the
adjusting cam.
(c) Torque the camber adjusting cam nut of lower suspension
arm.
Torque: 172 N´m (1,755 kgf´cm, 127 ft´lbf)
6. ADJUST TOE±IN
(a) Remove the boot clips.
(b) Loosen the tie rod end lock nuts.
(c) Turn the left and right rack ends an equal amount to adjust
the toe±in.
HINT:

Try to adjust the toe±in to the center value.

Make sure that the lengths of the left and right rack ends
are same.
Rack end length difference: 1.5 mm (0.059 in.) or less
(d) Torque the tie rod end lock nuts.
Torque: 56 N´m (570 kgf´cm, 41 ft´lbf)
(e) Place the boot on the seat and clamp it.
HINT:
Make sure that the boots are not twisted.

SA0R4±01
SA3213
D AB
C Front
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A
B
F02401
± SUSPENSION AND AXLEREAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT
SA±7
2007 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT
INSPECTION
1. MEASURE VEHICLE HEIGHT (See page SA±4)
2. INSTALL CAMBER±CASTER±KINGPIN GAUGE
ONTO WHEEL ALIGNMENT TESTER
Follow the specific instructions of the equipment manufacturer.
3. INSPECT CAMBER
Camber
Left±right error±0°47' ± 30' (±0.78° ± 0.5°)
30' (0.5°) or less
4. INSPECT TOE±IN
Toe±in
(total)A + B: 0°08' ± 12' (0.13° ± 0.2°)
C ± D: 1.4 ± 2 mm (0.056 ± 0.08 in.)
5. ADJUST CAMBER AND TOE±IN
(a) Measure the lengths of the toe control link and No.2 lower
suspension arm, as shown in the illustration.
Length: A ± B = 4.0 mm (0.16 in.) or less
If they are not within the specifications, adjust the lengths of
them by turning the adjusting cam, as shown, until (A ± B) is less
than 4.0 mm (0.16 in.).
(b) Measure the camber and toe±in.
(c) Adjust the camber.
(1) Loosen the camber adjusting cam nut of lower sus-
pension arm No.2.
(2) Turn the camber adjusting cam of lower suspension
arm No.2 and adjust camber.
HINT:
Camber changes about 5.0' (0.08°) with each graduation of the
cam.
(3) Torque the camber adjusting cam nut.
Torque: 110 N´m (1,120 kgf´cm, 81 ft´lbf)

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SA±8
± SUSPENSION AND AXLEREAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT
2008 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
(d) Adjust the toe±in.
(1) Loosen the camber adjusting cam nut of toe control
link.
(2) Turn the camber adjusting cam of toe control link
and adjust toe±in.
HINT:
Camber changes about 5.0' (0.08°) with each graduation of the
cam.
(3) Torque the camber adjusting cam nut.
Torque: 49 N´m (500 kgf´cm, 36 ft´lbf)