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.
For Vehicles Equipped With Vehicle Skid Control (VSC) System
2004 Lexus GS 300SECTION For Vehicles Equipped With Vehicle Skid Control (VSC) System
NOTE:
When using a 2-wheel drum tester such as a speedometer tester or chassis dynamometer, etc., or jacking up the rear wheels and driving the wheels, always push in the TRAC & VSC cut switch and turn the TRAC & VSC system OFF.
- Press the VSC OFF switch.
- Check that the VSC OFF indicator light comes ON.
HINT:
The VSC OFF indicator light should be always OFF when the engine is restarted.
- Begin measurements.
- Press the VSC OFF switch again to change the TRAC & VSC system to operational condition and check that the VSC OFF indicator light goes off.
HINT:
The SLIP indicator light blinks when the TRAC system is operational.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.