Last Modified: 7-3-2017 6.8:8.0.40 Doc ID: RM000001BPS003X
Model Year Start: 2007 Model: LX470 Prod Date Range: [08/2006 -           ]
Title: ENGINE HOOD / DOOR: HOOD SUPPORT: DISPOSAL; 2007 MY LX470 [08/2006 -        ]

DISPOSAL

HINT:

Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.

1. DISPOSE OF HOOD SUPPORT ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the hood support 2007 MY LX470 [08/2006 -        ]; ENGINE HOOD / DOOR: HOOD SUPPORT: REMOVAL .

(b) Horizontally fix the support in a vise with the piston-rod pulled out.

(c) Using a metal saw or equivalent, gradually cut any area between A and B to release the gas.

Standard measurement:

Area

Measurement

a

80 mm (3.15 in.)

b

20 mm (0.80 in.)

CAUTION:

As metal debris may be blown outward by the gas, you must:

  • Wear protective glasses.
  • Cover the area being cut.

NOTICE:

The gas is colorless, odorless and harmless.