2021 Lexus LS 500h AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Removal [10/2020 - 10/2022]: Procedure

  1. PRECAUTION 
    NOTE:

    After the power switch is turned off, there may be a waiting time before disconnecting the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.

    Refer to BEFORE DISCONNECTING BATTERY [10/2020 - 11/2021] , or refer to BEFORE DISCONNECTING BATTERY [11/2021 - 10/2022]

  2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE AUXILIARY BATTERY TERMINAL 

    Refer to REMOVAL [10/2020 - 11/2021] , or refer to REMOVAL [11/2021 - 10/2022]

  3. REMOVE RADIATOR COVER PLATE 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3

  4. REMOVE UPPER RADIATOR SUPPORT SEAL 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2

  5. REMOVE LOWER RADIATOR AIR DEFLECTOR 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 4

  6. REMOVE ECM 
    1. Push in the locks on the 2 levers, raise the 2 levers, and disconnect the 2 ECM connectors.
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      Raise
      Push
      NOTE:

      After disconnecting the connectors, make sure that dirt, water or other foreign matter does not contact the connecting part of the connectors.

    2. Remove the 2 nuts and ECM.
      NOTE:

      If the ECM has been struck or dropped, replace it.

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  7. REMOVE NO. 1 ECM BRACKET 
    1. Remove the 2 bolts and No. 1 ECM bracket from the ECM.
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      NOTE:

      If the ECM has been struck or dropped, replace it.

  8. REMOVE NO. 2 ECM BRACKET 
    1. Remove the 2 bolts and No. 2 ECM bracket from the ECM.
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      NOTE:

      If the ECM has been struck or dropped, replace it.

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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.