2003 LEXUS LS430 torque

Fig. 484: Identifying Outside Mark Of Connecting Rod Cap
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c. Install the connecting rod cap bolts.
HINT:
The connecting rod cap bolts are tightened in 2 progressive steps (see steps (2) and (4)).
If any one of the connecting rod cap bolts is broken or deformed, replace it.
1. Apply a light coat of engine oil on the threads and under the heads of the connecting rod cap
bolts.
2. Install and alternately tighten the 2 connecting rod cap bolts in several passes.
Fig. 485: Tightening Connecting Rod Cap Bolts

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Torque: 24.5 N.m (250 kgf.cm, 18 ft.lbf)
If an
y one of the connecting rod cap bolts does not meet the torque specification, replace the

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Parts must be assembled within 5 minutes of application. Otherwise the material must be
removed and reapplied.
Immediately remove the nozzle from the tube and reinstall the cap.
c. Install the seal plate with the 2 nuts. Alternately tighten the nuts in several passes.
Torque: 14 N.m (143 kgf.cm, 10 ft.lbf)
Fig. 487: Applying Seal Packing

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28.INSTALL CYLINDER BLOCK WATER DRAIN COCK SUB-ASSY
a. Apply seal packing to 2 or 3 threads.
Seal packing: Part No. 08826-00100 or equivalent

Fig. 488: Applying Seal Packing
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b. Install the RH and LH drain unions.
Torque: 49 N.m (500 kgf.cm, 36 ft.lbf)
HINT:
After appl
ying the specified torque, rotate the drain union clockwise until its drain port is facing forward.

1.REMOVE FRONT FLOOR BRACE CENTER
a. Remove the 4 bolts and floor brace.
2.Bank 1, 2 sensor 2:
REMOVE HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR
a. Remove the 2 sensors.
3.REMOVE EXHAUST PIPE ASSY FRONT
a. Loosen the clamp.
b. Remove the 4 bolts, 4 nuts, pipe and 2 gaskets.
4.REMOVE EXHAUST PIPE ASSY CENTER
a. Loosen the 2 clamps.
b. Remove the pipe.
5.REMOVE EXHAUST PIPE ASSY TAIL (LH)
a. Remove the pipe from the 3 rings.
6.REMOVE EXHAUST PIPE ASSY TAIL (RH)
a. Remove the pipe from the 3 rings.
7.INSTALL EXHAUST PIPE ASSY FRONT
a. Install the 2 new gaskets to the pipe.
b. Install the pipe to the TWC with the 4 bolts and 4 nuts.
Torque: 44 N.m (450 kgf.cm, 32 ft.lbf)
8.Bank 1, 2 sensor 2:
INSTALL HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR
a. Install the 2 sensors.
Torque: 44 N.m (450 kgf.cm, 32 ft.lbf)
HINT:
Before installing the sensor, twist the sensor wire counterclockwise 3 and 1/2 turns.
After installing the sensor, check that the sensor wire is not twisted. If it is twisted, remove the
sensor and reinstall it.
9.INSTALL EXHAUST PIPE ASSY CENTER
a. Install the pipe.
b. Tighten the clamp.
Standard dimension (A): 13 to 15 mm (0.51 to 0.59 in.)

Fig. 4: Installing Exhaust Pipe Assy Tail (RH)
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11.INSTALL EXHAUST PIPE ASSY TAIL (LH)
a. Install the pipe with the 3 rings.
b. Tighten the clamp.
Standard dimension (A): 13 to 15 mm (0.51 to 0.59 in.)
12.INSTALL FRONT FLOOR BRACE CENTER
a.Install the floor brace with the 4 bolts.
Torque: 7.4 N.m (75 kgf.cm, 65 in.lbf)
13.CHECK FOR EXHAUST GAS LEAKS
If gas is leaking, tighten the areas necessary to stop the leak.
If dama
ged, replace it.

The installation procedures are the removal procedures in reverse order. However, only installation
procedures requiring additional information are included.
A bolt without a torque specification is shown in the standard bolt chart (see SPECIFIED TORQUE
FOR STANDARD BOLTS ).
1.REMOVE FRONT FENDER LINER LH
a. Remove the 2 screws and 2 clips.
b. Partially remove the fender liner.
HINT:
It is not necessary to fully remove the fender liner completely. Partially remove it so that the bumper
cover can be removed in step 5.
Fig. 3: Removing Front Fender Liner LH

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2.REMOVE FRONT FENDER LINER RH

HINT:
Use the same procedures described for the LH side.
20.REMOVE FRONT BUMPER MOLDING
HINT:
Remove the double-sided tape completely from the bumper. Double-sided tape interferes with the
installation of the molding to the bumper.
21.REMOVE FRONT BUMPER SIDE SEAL LH
a. Using a screwdriver, disengage the 4 claws and remove the side seal.
HINT:
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
22.REMOVE FRONT BUMPER SIDE SEAL RH (W/O RADAR CRUISE)
HINT:
Use the same procedures described for the LH side.
23.REMOVE FRONT BUMPER HOLE COVER LH
a. Using a screwdriver, disengage the 2 claws and remove the hole cover.
HINT:
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
24.REMOVE FRONT BUMPER HOLE COVER RH (W/ RADAR CRUISE)
a. Using a screwdriver, disengage the 4 claws and remove the hole cover.
HINT:
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
25.INSTALL FRONT BUMPER REINFORCEMENT SUB-ASSY
a. Install the reinforcement with the 6 bolts.
Torque: 12.5 N.m (130 kgf.cm, 9 ft.lbf)
26.INSTALL FRONT BUMPER SIDE RETAINER LH
a. Using an air riveter or hand riveter with nose piece, strike waterproof rivets of phis 4.9 mm (0.19
in.) into the side retainer to install the rivet to the bumper cover.

HINT:
The installation procedures are the removal procedures in reverse order. However, only installation
procedures requiring additional information are included.
A bolt without a torque specification is shown in the standard bolt chart (see SPECIFIED TORQUE
FOR STANDARD BOLTS )
1.REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT FLOOR MAT
2.REMOVE ROPE HOOK ASSY
a. Remove the 4 bolts and 4 hooks.
3.REMOVE DECK TRIM SIDE BOARD LH
4.REMOVE DECK TRIM SIDE BOARD RH
5.REMOVE REAR FLOOR FINISH PLATE
a. Using a clip remover, remove the 5 clips labeled A.
b. Using a screwdriver, disengage the 4 clips labeled B and remove the finish plate.
HINT:
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.