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.
2007 Lexus ES 350FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Manual Shifting Test
- PERFORM MANUAL SHIFTING TEST
HINT:
- With this test, it can be determined whether trouble occurs in the electrical circuit. Also, trouble can be a mechanical problem in the transaxle.
- If any abnormalities are found in the following test, the problem is in the transaxle itself.
- Disconnect the TCM connector.
- Drive the vehicle with the TCM disconnected. Shifting the shift lever to; the D position to check whether the shifting condition changes as shown in the table below.SHIFT POSITION AND SHIFTING CONDITION
Shift Position Shifting Condition D No Shift (No Change) HINT:
When driving the vehicle with the TCM disconnected, the gear position will be as follows:
- When the shift lever is in the D position, the transmission will stay in 3rd gear.
- When the shift lever is in the R or P position, the transmission will also be in the R or P position respectively.
- Connect the connector of the TCM.
- Clear the DTC (See DTC CHECK / CLEAR ).
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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.