2008 Lexus IS FFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Torque Specifications

2UR-GSE ENGINE CONTROL - TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Part Tightened N*m kgf*cm ft.*lbf
Camshaft timing oil control valve x Cylinder head cover sub-assembly 10 102 7
Camshaft timing control motor x Timing chain cover 21 214 15
Engine wire bracket x Timing chain cover 10 102 7
Stud bolt (Intake air surge tank) 50 51 44 in *lbf
Throttle body x Intake air surge tank 10 102 7
ECM x Engine room ECU box 55 56 49 in *lbf
Engine room ECU cover x Engine room ECU box 55 56 49 in *lbf
Accelerator pedal x Body panel 54 55 48 in *lbf
Mass air flow meter x Air cleaner cap sub-assembly 1.0 10 9 in *lbf
Camshaft position sensor x Cylinder head cover sub-assembly 10 102 7
WT sensor x Cylinder head cover sub-assembly 10 102 7
Crankshaft position sensor x Oil pan assembly 10 102 7
Spark plug x Cylinder head assembly 21 214 15
Ignition coil x Cylinder head cover sub-assembly 90 92 80 in *lbf
Wire harness clamp bracket x Body 80 82 71 in *lbf
No. 7 engine room relay block x Body 80 82 71 in *lbf
Battery tray x Body 54 55 48 in *lbf
Engine coolant temperature sensor x Front water bypass joint 21 214 15
Oil temperature sensor x for use without SST 39 400 29
for use with SST 30 301 22
Knock sensor x Cylinder block 20 204 15
Separator case x Cylinder block 10 102 7
Air fuel ratio sensor (for 1 sensor 1) for use without SST 44 449 32
for use with SST 40 408 30
Heated oxygen sensor (for sensor 2) for use without SST 44 449 32
for use with SST 40 408 30
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.

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