2003 LEXUS LS430 Factory Repair Manual

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LEXUS LS430 2003  Factory Repair Manual ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION 
1.CHECK COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS 
a. Fill the radiator with coolant and attach a radiator cap tester. 
Fig. 1: Checking Cooling System For Leaks
 
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LEXUS LS430 2003  Factory Repair Manual psi), and check that the pressure does not drop. 
If the pressure drops, check the hoses, radiator and water pump for leaks. If no external leaks are found, 
check the heater core, cylinder block and

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LEXUS LS430 2003  Factory Repair Manual Fig. 2: Inspecting Thermostat 
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a. Immerse the thermostat in water and gradually heat the water.  
b. Check the valve opening temperature. 
Valve opening t

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LEXUS LS430 2003  Factory Repair Manual

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LEXUS LS430 2003  Factory Repair Manual Fig. 3: Checking Valve Opening Temperature
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c. Check the valve lift. 
Valve lift: 10 mm (0.39 in.) or more at 95°C (203°F)  
If the valve lift is not as

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LEXUS LS430 2003  Factory Repair Manual Fig. 4: Checking Valve Lift 
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2.INSPECT RADIATOR CAP SUB-ASSY

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LEXUS LS430 2003  Factory Repair Manual a. Using a radiator cap tester, slowly pump the tester and check that air is being released from the 
vacuum valve. 
Fig. 5: Measuring Relief Valve Opening Pressure
 
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LEXUS LS430 2003  Factory Repair Manual 93 to 123 kPa (0.95 to 1.25 kgf/cm2 , 13.5 to 17.8 psi) 
Minimum opening pressure:  
78 kPa (0.78 kgf/cm
2 , 11.4 psi)  
HINT: 
Pay attention to the tester's maximum reading of the opening pressur