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A/C - Inoperative/A/C Light Flashing

ELECTRICAL
EL009-05

June 3, 2005

Title:
A/C LIGHT FLASHING - MAGNETIC CLUTCH RELAY

Models:
'02 - '04 ES 300 & ES 330, '03 - '04 GX 470

Introduction

This bulletin is to provide information regarding countermeasures to the A/C magnetic clutch relay for A/C light flashing (inoperative A/C) issues on some vehicles equipped with a magnetic clutch compressor.

Applicable
^ 2002 - 2004 model year ES 300 and ES 330 vehicles.
^ 2003 - 2004 model year GX 470 vehicles.





Parts Information

Inspection procedure

1. Locate the A/C magnetic clutch relay.

2. Verify the part number printed on the side of the relay.

A. If the part number is 90987-02022, please replace the relay with the countermeasured relay P/N 90987-02028.

B. If the part number does not match 90987-02022, then please diagnose problems by referring to the Technical Information System (TIS): applicable model year and vehicle Repair Manual: Air Conditioning: Troubleshooting.

NOTE:
Relays other than P/N 90987-02028 should not be used for this application.





Warranty Information

Applicable Warranty:

This repair is covered under the Lexus Comprehensive 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 customer's specific complaint.