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.
2009 Lexus LS 600hLFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Lexus LS 600hL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
HYBRID BATTERY CONTROL - TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Part Tightened | N*m | kgf*cm | ft.*lbf |
|---|---|---|---|
| Condenser x HV Battery | 75 | 77 | 66 in *lbf |
| Upper HV battery cover sub-assembly x HV Battery | 75 | 77 | 66 in *lbf |
| Power steering converter wire x Upper HV battery cover sub-assembly | 75 | 77 | 66 in *lbf |
| No 1 HV battery shield sub-assembly x Upper HV battery cover sub-assembly | 75 | 77 | 66 in *lbf |
| Power steering converter assembly x HV Battery | 80 | 82 | 71 in*lbf |
| Power steering converter wire x Power steering converter assembly | 80 | 82 | 71 in*lbf |
| HV battery bracket x HV Battery | 75 | 77 | 66 in *lbf |
| HV battery bracket x Body | 20 | 204 | 15 |
| HV battery x Body | 20 | 204 | 15 |
| Rear cooler bracket x HV Battery | 98 | 100 | 87 in *lbf |
| AMD cable x Hybrid vehicle converter | 90 | 92 | 80 in *lbf |
| Frame wire x Luggage room junction block | 13 | 130 | 10 |
| Wire harness protector x Body | 80 | 82 | 71 in*lbf |
| Air conditioning tube assembly x HV Battery | 98 | 100 | 87 in *lbf |
| Frame wire x HV battery terminal block | 90 | 92 | 80 in *lbf |
| HV battery shield sub- assembly x Upper HV battery cover sub-assembly | 80 | 82 | 71 in*lbf |
| Battery smart unit x HV Battery | 75 | 77 | 66 in *lbf |
| High voltage fuse x HV battery junction block assembly | 45 | 46 | 40 in *lbf |
| HV battery junction block assembly x HV Battery | 75 | 77 | 66 in *lbf |
| HV battery terminal block x HV Battery | 75 | 77 | 66 in *lbf |
| HV battery terminal block x HV battery junction block assembly | 90 | 92 | 80 in *lbf |
| Battery cooling blower assembly x Body | 80 | 82 | 71 in *lbf |
| Hybrid vehicle converter x HV Battery | 75 | 77 | 66 in *lbf |
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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.
