Power Trunk Closer - Misoperation
ELECTRICALEL004-01
Title:
TRUNK CLOSER MISOPERATION
Models:
'01 LS 430
July 13, 2001
Introduction
Some owners of 2001 model year LS 430 vehicles may complain of problems with the power trunk closer system. These complaints can come about when any of the three release methods are used: Dash Button, Key Cylinder or Wireless Transmitter.
Complaints may include:
^ Trunk re-closing itself after release.
^ Excessive force required to open the trunk fully after release.
^ After opening, the trunk is unable to be re-closed until the trunk is released again.
To correct this condition, the following improvements have been made to the hop-up
lever of the Luggage Door Striker:
^ Rubber height has been decreased.
^ Rubber hardness has been increased.
Applicable Vehicles
2001 model year LS 430 vehicles built prior to the VIN below.
Production Change Information
Parts Information
Warranty Information
Applicable Warranty *
This repair is covered under the Lexus Basic Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 48 months or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.
* Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customers specific complaint
Repair Procedure
1. Remove the 5 clips securing the rear floor finish plate and remove the panel (see Figure 1).
2. Remove the 2 bolts retaining the luggage door striker.
3. Replace the luggage door striker with an updated part (as identified on the parts label). (See Figures 2 and 3.)
4. Using a brass hammer, tap the striker to adjust it (see Figure 4).
5. Torque the striker bolts to 5.5 N.m (49 in.lbf).
6. Re-secure the rear floor finish plate.