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 SC 430FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Specifications Index
SC430 SPECIFICATIONS INDEX
| System | Specification/Procedure | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | |||
| Service | SERVICE DATA | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Axle Nut/Hub Nut | |||
| Front Hub Nut | 199 N.m (2,030 kgf.cm 147 ft.lbs) | ||
| Rear Axle Nut | 289 N.m (2,947 kgf.cm 213 ft.lbs) | ||
| Battery | NON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | ||
| Brakes | |||
| Bleeding Sequence | BLEEDING | ||
| Disc Brakes | SERVICE DATA | ||
| Drum Brakes | SERVICE DATA | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Charging | |||
| Generator | SERVICE DATA | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Drive Belts | |||
| Belt Routing | DRIVE BELT | ||
| Belt Tensioning | INSPECTION | ||
| Engine Cooling | |||
| General Service Specifications | SERVICE DATA | ||
| Radiator Cap Pressure | |||
| Standard Value (New Cap) | 93.3-122.7 kPa (0.95-1.25 kgf.cm2 , 13.5-17.8 psi) | ||
| Minimum Standard Value (Used Cap) | 78.5 kPa (0.8 kgf.cm2 , 11.4 psi) | ||
| Thermostat R & I | THERMOSTAT | ||
| Water Pump R & I | WATER PUMP | ||
| Engine Mechanical | |||
| (3MZ-FE) | |||
| Compression | SERVICE DATA | ||
| Oil Pressure | At Idle: 29 kPa (0.3 kgf.cm2 , 4.3 psi) or more. At 3,000 RPM: 294 to 588 kPa (3.0 to 6.0 kgf/cm2 , 43 to 85 psi). |
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| Overhaul | SERVICE DATA | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Fluid Specifications | See FLUIDS under MAINTENANCE tab. | ||
| Flywheel/Flex Plate (Drive Plate) Torque | Step 1) 49 N.m (500 kgf.cm, 36 ft.lbs). Step 2) An additional 90° turn. |
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| Fuel System | |||
| Pressure Specification | At Idle: 304 to 343 kPa (3.1 to 3.5 kgf/cm2 , 44 to 50 psi). After engine Off 5 Min.: 147 kPa (1.5 kgf/cm2 , 21 psi) or more. |
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| Fuel Pressure Test Procedure | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | ||
| Fuel Filter Location | COMPONENTS | ||
| Ignition | |||
| Firing Order & Cylinder Identification | |||
| 3UZ-FE | FIRING ORDER & CYLINDER IDENTIFICATION | ||
| Spark Plug (Type = DENSO SK20R11 or NGK IFR6A11) | |||
| Gap | 1.0 to 1.1 mm (0.039 to 0.043 in.) | ||
| Torque | 18 N.m (183 kgf.cm, 13 ft.lbs) | ||
| Starting | |||
| Starter | SERVICE DATA | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Wheel Alignment | |||
| Adjustment Specifications | SERVICE DATA | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Wheel & Tire | |||
| Wheel Lug Nut Torque | 103 N.m (1,050 kgf.cm, 76 ft.lbs) | ||
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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.