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.
2000 Lexus SC 300FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Shift Speed Specifications
SHIFT SPEED SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | MPH | ||||||||
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| "D" Range | |||||||||
| NORM Or PWR | |||||||||
| 1st-2nd (1) | 35-40 | ||||||||
| 2nd-3rd (1) | 67-73 | ||||||||
| 3rd-OD (1) | 104-111 | ||||||||
| 3rd-OD (2) | 22-25 | ||||||||
| OD-3rd (2) | 11-14 | ||||||||
| OD-3rd (1) | 100-105 | ||||||||
| 3rd-2nd (1) | 62-66 | ||||||||
| 2nd-1st (1) | 27-30 | ||||||||
| "2" Range | |||||||||
| NORM Or PWR | |||||||||
| 1st-2nd (1) | 35-40 | ||||||||
| 3rd-2nd (3) | 80-84 | ||||||||
| 2nd-1st (1) | 27-30 | ||||||||
| "L" Range | |||||||||
| NORM Or PWR | |||||||||
| 2nd-1st (3) | 35-38 | ||||||||
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LOCK-UP SPEED SPECIFICATIONS (1)
| Application | MPH | |||||||
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| "D" Range (2) | ||||||||
| Lock-Up On In 3rd (3) | 35-38 | |||||||
| Lock-Up Off In 3rd (3) | 34-37 | |||||||
| Lock-Up On In OD | 34-37 | |||||||
| Lock-Up Off In OD | 33-36 | |||||||
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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:
- • 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.