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Height Control Sensor: Inspection
2007 Lexus ES 350SECTION Inspection
- INSPECT REAR HEIGHT CONTROL SENSOR SUB-ASSEMBLY
- Connect 3 dry cell batteries (1.5 V) in series.
- Connect positive (+) lead from the batteries to terminal 3, and the negative (-) lead from the batteries to terminal 1.
- Measure the voltage between terminals 2 and 1 while slowly moving the link up and down.
Standard voltage
TESTER CONNECTION SPECIFIED CONDITIONTester Connection Condition Specified Condition 2 (SHRL) - 1 (SHG) +45° (High) Approx. 4.05 V 0° (normal) Approx. 2.25 V -45° (Low) Approx. 0.45 V If the result is not as specified, replace the rear height control sensor sub-assembly.
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.