2004 Lexus LS 430FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Torque Specifications

Torque Specifications

Part tightened N.m kgf.cm ft.lbf
Starter
Starter wire clamp x Wire bracket 9.8 100 87 in.lbf
Starter wire x Starter assy 9.8 100 87 in.lbf
End cover x Brush holder 3.8 39 34 in.lbf
Starter housing x Magnetic switch 9.3 95 82 in.lbf
End cover with starter yoke x Starter housing 9.3 95 82 in.lbf
Lead wire of starter yoke x Terminal C 5.9 60 52 in.lbf
Starter assy x Cylinder block 39 400 29
Water by-pass pipe x Cylinder block 18 185 13
V-bank cover x V-bank cover bracket 5.0 51 44 in.lbf
Generator
Generator x Cylinder block 39 400 29
Generator x Grand cable 12 122 8.9
Bearing retainer x Drive end frame 2.3 24 20 in.lbf
Generator pulley x Rotor 111 1,132 82
Generator x Cord clip 5.9 60 52 in.lbf
Coil assy x Drive end frame 5.8 59 51 in.lbf
Brush holder assy x Coil assy 1.8 18 16 in.lbf
Rear end cover x Coil assy 4.6 47 41 in.lbf
V-bank cover x V-bank cover bracket 5.0 51 44 in.lbf
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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.

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