2003 Lexus LS 430FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Torque Specification

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION

Part tightened N.m kgf.cm ft.lbf
Bearing retainer x Drive end frame 3.0 31 27 in.lbf
Generator pulley x Rotor 110.5 1,125 82
Rectifier holder x Lead wire on rectifier end frame, Rectifier holder 2.94 30 26 in.lbf
Rectifier end frame x Drive end frame w/ Cord clip
w/o Cord clip
5.4
4.5
55
46
48 in.lbf
40 in.lbf
Voltage regulator x Rectifier end frame, Rectifier holder 2.0 20 18 in.lbf
Brush holder x Rectifier holder, Voltage regulator 2.0 20 18 in.lbf
Rear end cover x Rectifier end frame 4.4 45 39 in.lbf
Plate terminal x Rectifier holder, Rectifier end frame 3.8 39 34 in.lbf
Terminal insulator x Rectifier holder 6.5 66 58 in.lbf
Generator x Cylinder block 39 400 29
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  • 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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