2000 LEXUS GS400 power steering fluid

MA003±06
MA±4
± MAINTENANCEUNDER HOOD
47 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
UNDER HOOD
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Check that there is sufficient fluid in the tank.
3. ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL
Check that the coolant level is between the ºFULLº and ºLOWº lines on the see±through reservoir.
4. RADIATOR AND HOSES
(a) Check that the front of the radiator is clean and not blocked with leaves, dirt or bugs.
(b) Check the hoses for cracks, kinks, rot or loose connections.
5. BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
Check that the electrolyte level of all battery cells is between the upper and lower level lines on the case.
6. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
Check that the brake fluid levels are near the upper level line on the see±through reservoirs.
7. ENGINE DRIVE BELT
Check drive belt for fraying, cracks, wear or oiliness.
8. ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Check the level on the dipstick with the engine turned off.
9. POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL

Check the level on the dipstick.

The level should be in the ºHOTº or ºCOLDºrange depending on the fluid temperature.
10. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL
(a) Park the vehicle on a level surface.
(b) With the engine idling and the parking brake applied, shift the selector into all positions from ºPº to ºLº,
and then shift into ºPº position.
(c) Pull out the dipstick and wipe off the fluid with a clean rag. Re±insert the dipstick and check that the
fluid level is in the HOT range.
(d) Do this check with the fluid at normal driving temperature (70 ± 80°C, 158 ± 176°F).
HINT:
Wait until the engine cools down (approx. 30 min.) before checking the fluid level after extended driving at
high speeds, in hot weather, in heavy traffic or pulling a trailer.
11. EXHAUST SYSTEM
If any change in the sound of the exhaust or smell of the exhaust fumes is noticed, have the cause located
and corrected.

PP0SM±02
PP±80
± PREPARATIONSTEERING
132 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
STEERING
SST (Special Service Tools)
09238±47012Water Pump Bearing Remover &
ReplacerPS vane pump (1UZ±FE)
09608±04031Front Hub Inner Bearing Cone
ReplacerPS vane pump (2JZ±GE)
09612±00012Rack & Pinion Steering Rack
Housing StandPS gear
09616±00010Steering Worm Bearing Adjusting
SocketPS gear
09631±10030Oil Seal RemoverPS vane pump
09631±12071Steering Rack Oil Seal Test ToolPS gear
09631±20060Bearing Guide Nut WrenchPS gear
09631±20081Seal Ring ToolPS gear
09631±20090Cylinder End Stopper Nut WrenchPS gear
09631±20102Steering Rack Cover ºHºPS gear
09631±22020Power Steering Hose Nut
14 x 17 mm Wrench SetPower steering fluid
09633±00020Power Steering Hose Nut WrenchPS gear

± PREPARATIONSTEERING
PP±81
133 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
09640±10010Power Steering Pressure Gauge
Set
(09641±01010)Gauge AssyPower steering fluid
(09641±01030)Attachment BPower steering fluid
(09641±01060)Attachment EPower steering fluid
09910±00015Puller Set
(09911±00011)Puller ClampPS vane pump (1UZ±FE)
(09912±00010)Puller Slide HammerPS vane pump (1UZ±FE)
09922±10010Variable Open WrenchPS vane pump
PS gear
09950±50012Puller C Set
(09951±05010)Hanger 150Power tilt and power telescopic
steering column
(09952±05010)Slide ArmPower tilt and power telescopic
steering column
(09953±05020)Center Bolt 150Power tilt and power telescopic
steering column
(09954±05020)Claw No.2Power tilt and power telescopic
steering column

PP0O7±02
PP±86
± PREPARATIONSTEERING
138 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
LUBRICANT
ItemCapacityClassification
Power steering fluid Total1.0 liters (1.1 US qts, 0.9 Imp.qts)ATF DEXRON® II or III

SS0F3±01
± SERVICE SPECIFICATIONSSTEERING
SS±57
213 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
STEERING
SERVICE DATA
POWER STEERING FLUID
Fluid level rise Maximum5 mm (0.20 in.)
Fluid pressure at idle speed with valve closed Minimum8,336 kPa (85 kgf/cm2, 1,209 psi)
STEERING WHEEL
Steering wheel freeplayMaximum30 mm (1.18 in.)
Steering effort at idle speedMaximum7 N´m (70 kgf´cm, 61 in.´lbf)
PS VANE PUMP
2JZ±GE Engine:
Vane pump rotating torqueMaximum0.25 N´m (2.5 kgf´cm, 2.2 in.´lbf)
Oil clearance between pump shaft and bushing STD0.03 ± 0.05 mm (0.0012 ± 0.0020 in.)
Oil clearance between pump shaft and bushingMaximum0.07 mm (0.0028 in.)
Vane plate heightMinimum8.6 mm (0.339 in.)
Vane plate thickness Minimum1.40 mm (0.0551 in.)
Vane plate lengthMinimum14.99 mm (0.5902 in.)
Clearance between the rotor groove and plateMaximum0.033 mm (0.0013 in.)
Vane plate length Pump rotor and cam ring mark
NONE14.999 ± 15.001 mm (0.59051 ± 0.59059 in.)
114.997 ± 14.999 mm (0.59043 ± 0.59051 in.)
214.995 ± 14.997 mm (0.59035 ± 0.59043 in.)
314.993 ± 14.995 mm (0.59027 ± 0.59035 in.)
414.991 ± 14.993 mm (0.59020 ± 0.59027 in.)
Spring free lengthMinimum33.2 mm (1.307 in.)
1UZ±FE Engine:
Vane pump rotating torqueMaximum0.25 N´m (2.5 kgf´cm, 2.2 in.´lbf)
Oil clearance between pump shaft and bushing STD0.03 ± 0.05 mm (0.0012 ± 0.0020 in.)
Oil clearance between pump shaft and bushingMaximum0.07 mm (0.0028 in.)
Vane plate heightMinimum8.0 mm (0.315 in.)
Vane plate thickness Minimum1.77 mm (0.0697 in.)
Vane plate lengthMinimum14.97 mm (0.5894 in.)
Clearance between the rotor groove and plateMaximum0.035 mm (0.0014 in.)
Vane plate length Pump rotor and cam ring mark
NONE14.996 ± 14.998 mm (0.59039 ± 0.59047 in.)
114.994 ± 14.996 mm (0.59032 ± 0.59039 in.)
214.992 ± 14.994 mm (0.59024 ± 0.59032 in.)
314.990 ± 14.992 mm (0.59016 ± 0.59024 in.)
414.988 ± 14.990 mm (0.59008 ± 0.59016 in.)
Spring free lengthMinimum36.0 mm (1.42 in.)
POWER STEERING GEAR
Steering rack runout Maximum0.30 mm (0.0118 in.)
Total preload (Control valve rotating torque)0.5 ± 1.7 N´m (4.7 ± 17.2 kgf´cm, 4.1 ± 14.9 in.´lbf)
PROGRESSIVE POWER STEERING (PPS)
PPS solenoid valve resistance6 ± 11 W

F02549
Vane Pump Pulley
Vane Pump Shaft
Front HousingSpringFlow Control
Valve
Rear Housing Ware Washer
Cam Ring
x10
Vane Pump RotorVane PlateSide Plate
Gasket

Bearing

Snap Ring
Snap Ring
Oil Seal
O±Ring



O±Ring

Straight PinSolenoid Valve Oil Reservoir

O±Ring
13 (130, 9)
24 (240, 17)
43 (440, 32)
69 (700, 51)
*51 (524, 38)
24 (240, 17)
N´m (kgf´cm, ft´lbf) : Specified torque

Non±reusable part
Power steering fluid
* For use with SST SR±20
± STEERINGPOWER STEERING VANE PUMP (2JZ±GE)
2190 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)

SR0DF±03
SR±2
± STEERINGTROUBLESHOOTING
2172 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the likely
cause of the problem. Check each part in the order shown. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
SymptomSuspect AreaSee page
Hard steering
3. Tires (Improperly inflated)
4. Power steering fluid level (Low)
5. Drive belt (Loose)
6. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect)
7. Steering system joints (Worn)
8. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn)
9. Steering column (Binding)
10.Power steering gear
11. PPS systemSA±2
SR±4
±
SA±4
±
SA±27
SA±37
±
SR±42
SR±59
Poor return
1. Tires (Improperly inflated)
2. Front wheel alignment (Incorrect)
3. Steering column (Binding)
4. Power steering gearSA±2
SA±4
±
SR±42
Excessive play
1. Steering system joints (Worn)
2. Suspension arm ball joints (Worn)
3. Intermediate shaft, Universal joint, Sliding yoke (Worn)
4. Front wheel bearing (Worn)
5. Power steering gear
6. PPS system±
SA±27
SA±37
±
SA±10
SR±42
SR±59
Abnormal noise
1. Power steering fluid level (Low)
2. Steering system joints (Worn)
3. Power steering gearSR±4
±
SR±42
HINT:
When the problem occurs on the power tilt and telescopic steering system, refer to the DI section.
(See page DI±517)

R13897Inscribed Mark
R07603
R07591
Compressed Air
R07600
Inscribed
Mark
SR±24
± STEERINGPOWER STEERING VANE PUMP (2JZ±GE)
2194 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
If it is more than the maximum, replace the plate and/or rotor
with one having the same mark stamped on the cam ring.
Inscribed mark: 1, 2, 3, 4 or None
HINT:
There are 5 vane plate lengths with the following rotor and cam
ring marks:
Rotor and cam
ring markVane plate part
numberVane plate length
mm (in.)
None44345±2601014.999±15.001
(0.59051±0.59059)
144345±2602014.997±14.999
(0.59043±0.59051)
244345±2603014.995±14.997
(0.59035±0.59043)
344345±2604014.993±14.995
(0.59027±0.59035)
444345±2605014.991±14.993
(0.59020±0.59027)
3. INSPECT FLOW CONTROL VALVE
(a) Coat the valve with power steering fluid and check that it
falls smoothly into the valve hole by its own weight.
(b) Check the flow control valve for leakage.
Close one of the holes and apply compressed air
392±490 kPa (4±5 kgf/cm
2, 57±71 psi) into the opposite
side, and confirm that air does not come out from the end
holes.
If necessary, replace the valve with one having the same letter
as inscribed on the front housing.
Inscribed mark: A, B, C, D, E or F