2008 Lexus SC 430FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

How To Proceed With Troubleshooting

HINT:

  • Use these procedures to troubleshoot the vehicle stability control system.
  • *: Use the Techstream.
  1. VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP 
  2. INSPECT BATTERY VOLTAGE 

    Standard voltage: 11 to 14 V 

    If the voltage is below 11V, recharge or replace the battery before proceeding.

  3. CHECK COMMUNICATION FUNCTION OF LARGE-SCALE BODY MULTIPLEX COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (BEAN)* 
    1. Use the Techstream to check if the Multiplex Communication System (MPX) is functioning normally.

      Result 

      RESULT CHART

      Result Proceed to
      MPX DTC is not output A
      MPX DTC is output B

    B:  GO to MULTIPLEX COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

    A: Go to Next Step 

  4. CHECK COMMUNICATION FUNCTION OF CONTROLLER AREA NETWORK (CAN)* 
    1. Use the Techstream to check for normal functioning of the CAN communication system.
      1. Perform bus check (communication malfunction DTC).

        Result 

        RESULT CHART

        Result Proceed to
        DTC is not output A
        DTC is output B

    B:  GO to CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

    A: Go to Next Step 

  5. CHECK FOR DTC* 
    1. Check for DTC and note any codes that are output.
    2. Clear the DTC.
    3. Recheck for DTC. Try to prompt the DTC by simulating the original activity that the DTC suggests.

      Result 

      RESULT CHART

      Result Proceed to
      DTC does not reoccur A
      DTC reoccurs B

    B: Go to step  7

    A: Go to Next Step 

  6. PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE 

    Result 

    RESULT CHART

    Result Proceed to
    Fault is not listed in problem symptoms table A
    Fault is listed in problem symptoms table B

    B: Go to step  8

    A: Go to Next Step 

  7. OVERALL ANALYSIS AND TROUBLESHOOTING 
    1. See TERMINALS OF ECU  .
    2. See DATA LIST / ACTIVE TEST  .
  8. REPAIR OR REPLACE 
  9. CONFIRMATION TEST 

    NEXT: END 

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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.

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