Lexus ES300 (1997 year). Service manual - part 594

Special Service Campaign

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Technical Instructions
Table of Contents

REPAIR PROCEDURES FLOW CHART

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VIN LOCATION

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BRAKE VACUUM HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE

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SSC COMPLETION LABEL INSTALLATION

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Lexus ES 300

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NO

Check National Service History File. Check for an
SSC completion label at the specified location.

No Action Required

YES

Replace the brake vacuum hose per the provided
instructions.

Affix the SSC completion label (from the owner
notification letter) at the specified location.

YES

NO

Check whether this is an involved vehicle. Is the vehicle’s
VIN included in the attached vehicle listing?









Repair Procedures Flow Chart

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1. Check the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

(a) Locate one of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plates.

(b) Are the last eight digits within the following range: V0001075 –

 V00046672

NOTE: ES 300s with VINs V5000001 and up are NOT included in 
this campaign.

NO: Assure the customer that the brake vacuum hose on his or her 
ES 300 is okay and is not involved in the SSC. No further action is 
necessary.

YES: Check for an SSC–VL1 Completion Label affixed to the left
door hinge post near the door check.

VIN Location

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