Toyota Altezza Workshop Manual 1998-2005

Description

Factory Toyota Altezza Workshop Manual (1998–2005)

This is the official Toyota factory workshop manual for the Altezza XE10 — the legendary JDM sports sedan sharing its platform with the Lexus IS series. Covering every model year from 1998 through 2005, it delivers the same service depth used by Toyota-trained technicians.

Powertrain & Drive Coverage

Component	Variants Covered
Petrol	2.0L 3S-GE BEAMS I4 (210 hp @ 7600 RPM) — RS200; 3.0L 2JZ-GE I6 (217 hp @ 5800 RPM) — AS300
Diesel	N/A
Transmissions	5-speed manual, 6-speed manual (RS200), 4-speed automatic, 5-speed automatic
Drive	RWD
Model Years	1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Badge Twins	Lexus IS 200 / IS 300 (XE10 platform); Altezza Gita wagon variant

Common Altezza Repairs Covered

System	Procedures
3S-GE BEAMS Timing Belt	Timing belt replacement, tensioner inspection, VVT-i cam gear service — a high-mileage wear item on RS200 engines
Torsen LSD	Rear differential fluid service, Torsen limited-slip inspection and rebuild procedures
ABS / VSC	Wheel speed sensor diagnosis, ABS actuator bleeding, VSC system fault code retrieval and reset
Fuel System (2JZ-GE)	Fuel injector cleaning, pump pressure testing, cold-start rough idle diagnosis common on aging AS300 models

Format & Delivery

PDF. Instant download; lifetime re-downloads.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this manual cover both the RS200 and AS300 variants?

Yes. Full factory procedures are included for the RS200 (2.0L 3S-GE BEAMS) and the AS300 (3.0L 2JZ-GE), covering engine rebuilds, transmission service, and variant-specific torque specifications for each model throughout the 1998–2005 production run.

Is the Toyota Altezza the same vehicle as the Lexus IS 300?

They share the XE10 platform. The AS300’s 2JZ-GE engine is mechanically identical to the Lexus IS 300 unit. However, the RS200’s 3S-GE BEAMS engine was exclusive to the Japanese-market Altezza and never offered in any Lexus model, making this manual especially valuable for RS200 import owners.

Are wiring diagrams included for ABS and VSC systems?

Yes. The manual contains complete color-coded schematics covering the ABS/VSC module, wheel speed sensors, engine management, VVT-i variable valve timing, charging, and all body electrical circuits. Toyota connector pinouts and wire color codes are documented throughout.

What format is the manual?

This manual is a PDF file. After purchase you receive an instant download link. The file is fully searchable and compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux, tablets, and smartphones using any standard PDF reader. Individual pages can be printed for bench use.