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.
2008 Lexus ES 350 V6-3.5L (2GR-FE)FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Installation
AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER:
INSTALLATION
1. INSTALL AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY
(a) Install the air conditioning amplifier assembly with the 2 bolts.
(b) Connect the 3 connectors.
2. INSTALL LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL RH Installation
3. INSTALL FRONT PASSENGER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY Installation
4. INSTALL SIDE INSTRUMENT PANEL RH Installation
5. INSTALL NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY Installation
6. INSTALL FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM COVER RH Installation
7. INSTALL FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH Installation
8. INSTALL INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL END RH Installation
9. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
10. INSPECT FRONT PASSENGER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY Front Passenger Side Knee Airbag Assembly
11. INSPECT SRS WARNING LIGHT
(a) Inspect the SRS warning light Diagnosis System.
12. PERFORM INITIALIZATION
NOTE: Some systems need initialization after reconnecting the negative battery terminal Repair Instruction - Initialization.
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
