Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1995 Lexus SC 400FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Component Locations
COMPONENT LOCATIONS
| Component | Location | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Intake Chamber | On Top Center Of Engine, Bolted To Intake Manifold | |
| AM2 Fusible Link (30-Amp) | Forward Of Left Front Strut Tower, In Fuse/Relay Block | |
| Camshaft Sensors | One On Each Distributor Housing | |
| Crankshaft Sensor | To Left Of Crankshaft Pulley | |
| Data Link Connector (DLC) No. 1 | Near Left Front Corner Of Air Intake Chamber. See Figure | |
| EFI Fuse (30-Amp) . | Forward Of Left Front Strut Tower, In Fuse/Relay Block | |
| EFI Main Relay | Forward Of Left Front Strut Tower, In Fuse/Relay Block | |
| EGR Temperature Sensor | On Left Side Of Air Intake Chamber, On Bottom Of EGR Valve Adapter | |
| EGR Valve | On Left Side Of Air Intake Chamber | |
| Engine Control Module (ECM) | Under Right Front Floor Mat & Protective Cover | |
| Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor | On Water Inlet, Where Lower Radiator Hose Is Connected To Engine | |
| EVAP (Charcoal) Canister | In Right Rear Corner Of Engine Bay | |
| EVAP Check Valve | At End Of Hose That Is Connected To Bottom Of EVAP Canister | |
| EVAP Vacuum Switching Valve (VSV) | On Right Side Of Right Cylinder Head, Near Front | |
| Fuel Filter | Under Vehicle, Forward Of Left Rear Wheel | |
| Fuel Pressure Pulsation Damper | On Rear End Of Left Fuel Rail | |
| Fuel Pressure Regulator | On Front End Of Right Fuel Rail | |
| Fuel Pressure Regulator Vacuum Switching Valve (VSV) | On Top Of Engine, At Left Front Corner Of Air Intake Chamber | |
| Fuel Pump | In Fuel Tank (Pump Is Accessible With Rear Seat Back Removed, But Electrical Connector Is Accessible Through Luggage Compartment) | |
| Fuel Pump Connector | In Luggage Compartment, Behind Rear Seat Back | |
| Fuel Pump ECU | Under Left Rear Window, Behind Trim Panel (Remove Seat For Access) | |
| Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve | On Front End Of Air Intake Chamber | |
| IGN Fuse (7.5-Amp) | Behind Left Side Of Instrument Panel, In Fuse Block | |
| Ignitors No. 1 & 2 | At Left Front Strut Tower | |
| Ignition Coils | One To Left Of Each Distributor | |
| Ignition Main Relay | Forward Of Left Front Strut Tower, In Fuse/Relay Block | |
| Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor | Part Of Volume Airflow (VAF) Sensor | |
| Knock Sensors | Under Intake Manifold, On Top Of Cylinder Block | |
| Oxygen Sensor | ||
| Main | One In Each Exhaust Manifold | |
| Sub | One Downstream Of Each Pre-Catalytic Converter | |
| Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch | On Left Side Of Transmission, Near Front | |
| PCV Valve | On Top Of Left Valve Cover | |
| Starter Relay | Forward Of Left Front Strut Tower, In Fuse/Relay Block | |
| ST Fuse (7.5-Amp) | Behind Left Side Of Instrument Panel, In Fuse Block | |
| Sub-Throttle Actuator Motor (With TRAC) | On Throttle Body. See Figure | |
| Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) No. 1 | On Right Side Of Transmission (Do Not Confuse With VSS No. 2 On Left Side) | |
| Volume Airflow (VAF) Sensor | In Intake Air Hose | |
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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