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
Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | |
|---|---|---|
| Control Shaft Lever Nut | 12 (16) | |
| Cooler Union | 21 (29) | |
| Drive Plate Bolt | 61 (83) | |
| Dynamic Damper | 27 (37) | |
| Extension Housing Bolt | 27 (37) | |
| No. 1 & No. 2 Speed Sensor Bolt | 12 (16) | |
| Oil Cooler Pipe Union Nut | 32 (44) | |
| Oil Pump-To-Case Bolt | 16 (22) | |
| Overdrive-To-Case Bolt | 18 (25) | |
| Rear Mounting-To-Extension Housing Bolt | 18 (25) | |
| Support Crossmember-To-Body Bolt | 18 (25) | |
| Torque Converter-To-Drive Plate Bolt | 35 (48) | |
| Transmission Housing Bolt | ||
| 10-mm | 25 (34) | |
| 12-mm | 42 (57) | |
| 14-mm | 25 (34) | |
| 17-mm | 42 (57) | |
| INCH Lbs. (N.m) | ||
| Detent Spring Bolt | 89 (10) | |
| Oil Pan Bolt | 65 (7.3) | |
| Oil Pump-To-Stator Shaft Bolt | 89 (10) | |
| Oil Strainer Bolt | 89 (10) | |
| Parking Lock Pawl Bracket Bolt | 65 (7.3) | |
| Park/Neutral Position Switch | ||
| Adjusting Bolt | 115 (13) | |
| Retaining Nut | 61 (6.9) | |
| Solenoid-To-Valve Body Bolt | 89 (10) | |
| Upper Valve Body-To-Lower Valve Body Bolt | 57 (6.4) | |
| Valve Body-To-Case Bolt | 89 (10) | |
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.