Drivetrain - Low Speed Noise/Vibration
SUSPENSIONSU007-02
November 22, 2002
Title:
NOISE AND VIBRATION FROM ABS/TRC ACTUATOR
Models:
'02 RX 3000
Introduction
Some customers may complain of an actuator noise and vibration originating in the engine compartment when taking off from a standing start up to about 3 mph. The noise would be similar to an ABS/TRC activation. The ABS/TRC indicator light does not illuminate during the incident and no diagnostic trouble codes will be stored.
Applicable Vehicles
^ 2002 model year RX 300 (4WD) vehicles produced before the VIN shown below.
Production Change Information
Parts Information
Warranty Information
Applicable Warranty * :
This repair is covered under the Lexus Powertrain Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 72 months or 70,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.
* Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customer's specific complaint.
Repair Procedure
1. Remove the front axle hub (please refer to the 2002 RX 300 Repair Manual, page SA-11).
2. Remove the dust deflector.
3. Using the SSTs and a hammer, install a new dust deflector.
^ 09316-60011(09316-00011, 09316-00041, 09608-32010)
4. Install the front axle hub in the reverse order of disassembly.
NOTE:
Align the holes for the ABS speed sensor in the dust deflector and steering knuckle.
5. Install new wheel speed sensor (please refer to 2002 RX 300 Repair Manual, page BR-50).