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Old Sep 25, 2010 | 05:39 PM
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AS I only has the SC430 for about 5 weeks, just wondering where the safest place to jack up the SC430 so I can do an old change?

As I don't have a service manual, I just want to know where most guys place the jacks to lift the car.

Yes I do use the safety stands so the car will not fall on me if anything happens.
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Old Sep 25, 2010 | 09:01 PM
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If you go to the My Lexus site you can register you car by VIN and see its history. Additionally, you can view and download your owner's manuals. Here's the site: https://secure.drivers.lexus.com/lex...-lexus/home.do

Here are lift and support instructions from the service manual
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Old Sep 26, 2010 | 03:43 AM
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Thanks VVTiBob.
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Old Sep 26, 2010 | 04:46 AM
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I have not used rubber blocks in the past with no problems. Is that something that is available to purchase somewhere?
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Old Sep 26, 2010 | 06:50 AM
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I have photos on exactly where the jacks points are.photos done at my Lexus shop.Will post later today.
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Old Sep 26, 2010 | 09:44 AM
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This is out of the owner's manual
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Old Sep 26, 2010 | 09:49 AM
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Regarding Jack stand pads, this is one possible source: http://www.harborfreight.com/2-piece...and-95952.html
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Old Sep 26, 2010 | 03:37 PM
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Originally Posted by gripau1
AS I only has the SC430 for about 5 weeks, just wondering where the safest place to jack up the SC430 so I can do an old change?
If you mean oil change then I'd recommend some lightweight low-profile plastic ramps. Just drive it up and you'll have plenty of clearance to change your oil. Much easier than jack stands.
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Old Sep 26, 2010 | 04:14 PM
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These pictures were taken at my mechanic shop with Jade.
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Old Sep 26, 2010 | 04:15 PM
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Last two pictures --jack points.
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Old Sep 27, 2010 | 04:23 AM
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Yes oil change!!! I'm all thumbs. These netbook PC keyboards are too small.

Thanks again for the info.

PS:the my lexus website must only work for North American VIN numbers. It didn't register the Aussie VIN number that I punched in.

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Old Sep 27, 2010 | 08:07 AM
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But you should still have access to the link for Owner's Manuals, Maintenance Schedules and NAV.... I'd suggest contacting the Dealer you work with Down Under and see if they have a similar site in your region of the world.
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Old Sep 27, 2010 | 08:08 AM
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Katy, Am I wrong or is the lift smashing your rear bumper (last pic, first set)?
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Old Sep 27, 2010 | 01:34 PM
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Just bought the car ramps and wheel chocks a few days ago for around $50 from wally world - tired of messing around with the scissor jack and jack stands for the simple oil change. Still, very good info pdf on the jack points as usual.
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