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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.
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1998 Lexus SC 300
Testing Procedure
1998 Lexus SC 300SECTION Testing Procedure
To ensure correct diagnosis and repair, testing should be done in the following sequence:
- Record Customer Complaint
Ensure all customer complaints or observations are recorded. Test drive vehicle with customer when necessary for malfunction verification. - Retrieve Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect appropriate OBD-II scan tool. Retrieve codes and record any freeze-frame data. See RETRIEVING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES . - Clear Trouble Codes
Clear codes using scan tool. See CLEARING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES . - Perform Visual Inspection
Inspect all connectors of suspect circuit or component. Ensure all connections are clean and tight. - Confirm Symptoms & Trouble Codes
Perform road test. Determine if original symptoms are still present. Retrieve codes. - Diagnose & Repair Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Perform diagnosis and repair procedures as needed. See DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) IDENTIFICATION . If no codes are present, proceed to TESTS W/O CODES article for diagnosis by symptom (i.e., ROUGH IDLE, NO START, etc.). - Verification Procedure
After repairs have been completed, clear all diagnostic trouble codes. See CLEARING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES . Perform road test. Ensure no codes are present and all symptoms and/or complaints have been repaired.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.