100 series LC/LX FAQ

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Photo threads
Thread 1


Buying a 100
Newbie guide to the 100, models, and inspection of a used vehicle (by Slee Off Road)
(Warning: be *very* careful about the type (Master or not) of keys you get with a used truck. You must have a Master or you have a potentially serious and very expensive issue on your hands. Do a search here for more info.)

100 vs 80
Differences in safety features between 100 and 80 models

Build-up stories
An illustrated example of a 100 makeover with step by step pics!
A nice buildup story for illustration...

TSBs (Technical Service Bulletins)
TSBs for the LC100
TSBs for the LX470


Maintenance
Toyota Informationa Services (all manuals etc)
Toyota maintenance schedules
ATF fluids
Timing belt replacement (Note excellent pics reference in post 24)
More on Timing belt and starter replacement, great pics and tips
Basic PM after purchase
Front diff oil change
Rear Diff oil change
Premium vs regular gas (and fuel filter)
Oil analysis with M1
Driveshaft lubing schematic
Flushing brake fluid out
Replacing / Adding the cabin air filters in the LX/LC
A bit on engine oil change basics
AHC suspension fluid replacement
Replacement of serpentine belt / tensioner
A bit on coolants
Oil filters and oil
Lubing the Driveshafts: too much grease?


Steering
Power steering pump rebuild

Drivetrain
Front wheel bearing replacement
Front rotor removal and replacement (check link to pics)
Replacing CV boot straps


Electrical
Starter contacts replacement procedure
How to add a trailer brake controller to a 100
Key replacement and programming
Master key identification
Door locks programming
Adding power outlets for accessories
Door Lock Actuator Replacement

Armor
Slee rear bumper with tire carrier
4x4 Labs 100 bumpers
03+ ARB bull bar on 02- LX470 (for info only, not endorsed by site)



Mods
Slee front diff drop
OME front lift
How difficult is it to do a lift with OME?
Pros and cons of OME lift
Headlights upgrade
Pin 7 mod or how to disable the automatic Center Diff Locking in Low
Disconnecting DRLs (Daylight Running Lights)
AHC suspension sensor adjustment for lift
How to disable the ABS
Raising the spare tire
Adding Aux lights using the factory fog light wires
Making the DVD play and entering destinations (?) while underway - using wiring (for info only, not endorsed by the site)
How to override the DVD / GPS disconnect while underway: using menus (for info only, not endorsed by the site)
Door speakers swap
Chopped ARB Bull Bar for better attack angle
Air system
Installation of Tru-speed calibrator for speedometer



Fuel


Interior
How to remove center console
Some stereo info
Leather seat cleaning and maintenance (Leatherique)


Exterior
Windshield replacement
Roof rack removal
Paint color charts



Tires and wheels
Tire size calculator
Speedo correction


Suspension
IFS cracking problems - or not...
Removal of rear springs and shocks

Symptoms
Pulsating brakes
Ticking sound in engine bay


Problems
Trailer wiring recall
Odometer light out
Rattle noise: cat shields
No brakes!
CV boots leaking after lift
Safety belts not retracting properly
Leaky CVs
Broken wheel lug - how to replace
Front end vibrations at speed
Code PO505 / Throttle body dirty
Throttle Position Sensor / Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor problems (low power etc)
Fuel smell inside the cabin
Continuous alarm/buzzing/fax sound from the dash


LC vs LX
Comparison LC and LX

Accessories
Floor mats
Adding little receptacle ("change pocket") next to shifter