Inspection Procedure

2007 Lexus ES 350SECTION Inspection Procedure
  1. CHECK CD 
    1. Check the CD.

      OK: The CD is clean. 

      HINT:

      If dirt is on the CD surface, wipe it clean with a soft cloth from the inside to the outside in a radial direction.

      NOTE: Do not use a conventional record cleaner or antistatic preservative.
    Fig 1: Cleaning Disc Surface With Soft Dry Cloth
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    NG: CLEAN CD 

    OK: Go to Next Step 

  2. CHECK CD 
    1. Check that the CD is not deformed or cracked.

      OK: No deformation or cracks on the CD. 

    Fig 2: Identifying Disc In Deformed Or Cracked Condition
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    NG: CHANGE DISC 

    OK: Go to Next Step 

  3. CHECK OPERATION USING ANOTHER CD 
    1. Check using another CD.
      1. Check if the problem recurs using another CD.

        OK: The problem does not occur. 

    OK: END 

    NG: Go to Next Step 

  4. CHECK RADIO RECEIVER 
    1. Check the radio receiver installation condition.
      1. Check that the radio receiver is properly installed.

        OK: Radio receiver is properly installed. 

    NG: REINSTALL RADIO RECEIVER PROPERLY 

    OK: REPLACE RADIO RECEIVER 

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.