Is this the FSM that I need? (1 Viewer)

[ElJayBird]

I found this on eBay but there seem to be a few versions out there. I have an LX450 and from what I've read, there are a few minor systems differences such as cooling compared to the LC.

$279 seems a little steep - is there a better place to order?

1996 Lexus LX450 Factory Shop Service Repair Manual 4.5L 4WD | eBay

 

[Malleus]

https://techinfo.toyota.com/techInfoPortal/appmanager/t3/ti?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=ti_home_page&contextType=external&username=string&password=sercure_string&challenge_url=https://techinfo.toyota.com/techInfoPortal/login/techinfo&request_id=-3417965037795411734&authn_try_count=0&locale=en_US&resource_url=https%3A%2F%2Ftechinfo.toyota.com%2Ft3Portal%2Fappmanager%2Ft3%2Fti%3F_nfpb%3Dtrue%26_pageLabel%3Dlib_repair_sum
$15 two day subscription will get you the entire manual.

 

[ElJayBird]

I've seen that but I really prefer to have a hard copy for times when I don't have internet access. Also I think the hard copy will be cheaper in the long run with everything I have to do on the truck.

 

[SteamerF18]

I ordered a hard copy from Helm Inc. for $85 for my '97 LC. A search there shows a back ordered manual for a '97 LX, not sure of the differences w/ your '96. Might be worth a call to see if a '96 manual is an option, $280 seems steep to me.

Helm Incorporated: Search Results

 

[lazy]

I've seen that but I really prefer to have a hard copy for times when I don't have internet access. Also I think the hard copy will be cheaper in the long run with everything I have to do on the truck.

Download them and print it off. Many of people here have them already and if you ask you'll probably get a copy emailed to you.

 

[mechanist]

I have two '93 80s. I have a '94 FSM - it's a bit well-loved, but it's all there. $50 on eBay. Set up an IFTTT recipe and wait. Use TIS for emergent issues until what you need pops up. It'll happen.

 

[Malleus]

I've seen that but I really prefer to have a hard copy for times when I don't have internet access. Also I think the hard copy will be cheaper in the long run with everything I have to do on the truck.

You don't need internet access. You're downloading the files. Print what you need, when you need it.

 

[RaleighCJ]

IIRC, there isn't really a difference between 96 and 97 LX. I use a 97 FSM for my 96 LX

 

[apeterson]

I ordered a hard copy from Helm Inc. for $85 for my '97 LC. A search there shows a back ordered manual for a '97 LX, not sure of the differences w/ your '96. Might be worth a call to see if a '96 manual is an option, $280 seems steep to me.

Helm Incorporated: Search Results

Is this the same book? That is a good deal

 

[ElJayBird]

I ordered a hard copy from Helm Inc. for $85 for my '97 LC. A search there shows a back ordered manual for a '97 LX, not sure of the differences w/ your '96. Might be worth a call to see if a '96 manual is an option, $280 seems steep to me.

Helm Incorporated: Search Results

Wow - that's a much better deal. Just ordered. Thank you!

 

[smoltz]

I'll be curious to see what you get. It says it's just a copy and may be loose leaf.

 

[SteamerF18]

I'll take a better pic when I get home this weekend, but I have two bound copies that look legit to me.

You can see them in the background on the right.

 

[apeterson]

Ok.. cool.. I will order then! I just didn't want some photo copied garbage

Thank u!

 

[smoltz]

When you go to checkout now there is a warning that they don't have any more bound copies and that they are out of print.

 

[Rifleman]

When you get your manual from Helm's, what you will get is a bound copy reprint of the factory original service manual. First difference i have seen between a "first edition" service manual, and a reprint. In the first edition, all the wiring diagrams were printed using the actual color of ink, matching the color of the wires in the wiring harness. In the reprint, all the wires in the wiring diagrams, were all printed in black ink, making them much harder to trace. The Other difference i noticed between a first edition, and a reprint, most of the time the reprint included all the updated service bulletins.

 

[apeterson]

Will you report back what you get from them with this fresh order... I will oder if they are bound copies.

 

[Rifleman]

Apeterson here for example, is what an original 1996 factory land cruiser service manual looks like.

Here's what the Helm's reprinted bound copy looks like.

 

[SteamerF18]

This is what I got from Helm for $85. As stated previously it is a black and white copy so no color for the electrical section.

 

[apeterson]

Thanks guys.. i ordered one today

 

[Tools R Us]

Easy download: For Sale - 40, 50, 60, and 80 series FSM for a hell of a price.