Lexus ES: Brake
BRAKE
INSPECT BRAKE LINE PIPES AND HOSES
HINT:
Work in a well-lighted area. Turn the front wheels fully to the right or left before beginning the inspection.
(a) Using a mirror, check the entire circumference and length of the brake lines and hoses for:
- Damage
- Wear
- Deformation
- Cracks
- Kinks
- Corrosion
- Leaks
- Twists
(b) Check all the clamps for tightness and check the connections for leakage.
(c) Check that the hoses and lines are not near sharp edges, moving parts or the exhaust system.
(d) Check that the lines are installed properly and pass through the center of the grommets.
INSPECT BRAKE PEDAL
(a) Inspect the brake pedal.
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for Gasoline Model: Click here
INSPECT PARKING BRAKE
(a) Inspect the parking brake.
INSPECT FRONT BRAKE
(a) Inspect the front brake pads and discs.
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INSPECT REAR BRAKE PADS AND DISCS
(a) Inspect the rear brake pads and discs.
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INSPECT OR CHANGE BRAKE FLUID
(a) Inspect or change the brake fluid.
for HV Model: Click here
for Gasoline Model: Click here
Fluid:
SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT3
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT4
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Chassis
CHASSIS
INSPECT STEERING LINKAGE AND GEAR HOUSING
(a) Inspect the steering wheel free play.
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(b) Inspect the steering linkage for looseness or damage.
(1) Check that the tie rod ends
Body
BODY
TIGHTEN BOLTS AND NUTS ON CHASSIS AND BODY
(a) If necessary, tighten the bolts and nuts on the chassis parts listed below.
Front axle and suspension
Drivetrain
Rear axle and sus
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Buzzer does not Sound
WIRING DIAGRAM CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT NOTICE:
When checking for DTCs, make sure that the blind spot monitor system is turned on.
Inspect the fuses for circuits related to this system before performing the following procedure.
PROCEDURE 1. CHECK DTC (a) Turn the engine switch off.
Glossary Of Sae And Lexus Terms
GLOSSARY OF SAE AND LEXUS TERMS
This glossary lists all SAE-J1930 terms and abbreviations used in this manual
in compliance with SAE recommendations, as well as their TOYOTA equivalents.
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