Spiff Posted June 24, 2002 Share Posted June 24, 2002 Hello all, new to this board. Have an Acura Legened myself, but posting for my bro, 92 LS400. Problem #1, can anyone suggest where to purchase a service manual for his car. Called 2 dealers here in Toronto and they won't sell to me. I got my Acura one from Helm, but they do not sell Toyota/Lexus. I need the manual to fix his A/C - looks like the pulley had siezed on the compressor. I can turn the compressor by hand and it is easy to turn, just need to know how the clutch engages so I can diagnose better. Problem #2, the LCD for the temp/time is all black, I find that if I take a hair dryer and heat it up, I can read the display. When it's cold, that's when I can't read it. Thought of adding some type of heater to warm it up (but need service manual :() Anyone got a source for the LCD ? (I did do a search read thru other posts, just wondering if someone did not update the group) Thanx. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rybikowsky Posted July 2, 2002 Share Posted July 2, 2002 I just ordered both an engine and a chassis manuel from books4cars They are on the web.I ordered for a 1992 400ls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UCF3 Posted July 5, 2002 Share Posted July 5, 2002 You could attempt to contact Mikado corporation, and ask them if they would sell you the LCD screens,a nd bulbs. check out the forum marked Climate/Clock. I have their address and phone number. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andronak Posted September 8, 2002 Share Posted September 8, 2002 Hello, I am a new member. I theink I may need a repair manual for my 93 LS 400. Is there a good place to get it? Thank you. Adam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UCF3 Posted September 9, 2002 Share Posted September 9, 2002 You might want to try contacting Steve Gantz @ Carson Toyota. He may be able to get one, from here or Japan. gonzo4u@earthlink.net 1 800-908-6968 Ext. 2381 If you can, let us know. I would appreciate some new information to share with the rest of the Forum. Happy trailing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckyguy Posted December 3, 2002 Share Posted December 3, 2002 To have the temp/time LCD replaced contact Mikado in the San Francisco, CA. I think someone has posted their phone #. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andronak Posted December 4, 2002 Share Posted December 4, 2002 :roll: Hi, Thank you for the suggestions. I think the price I was quoted is beyond my expectations. I will rather look elswere.. Thank you again Adam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UCF3 Posted December 4, 2002 Share Posted December 4, 2002 andronak What is your expected price value for the repair manual? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andronak Posted December 4, 2002 Share Posted December 4, 2002 ThaNK YOU FOR THE INTEREST Reasones to look for it: 1. anyone thinking about self service/maintenance should have it 2. if I am looking for it it means i do not to want spent 70$/hr at the Lexus. 3. Tons of the stuff is easy to do yourself, especially when the instructions or just the order of removal/reinstallation is given. So, I think, since I am a first generation Canadian spending 50 our backs after taxes, S&H etc would be enough. I am patient I do not to need to have it now. The car is perfect and looking for the manual just suits my habit of heaving refrence to look the things up. Thank you again A. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UCF3 Posted December 5, 2002 Share Posted December 5, 2002 I bought one from Lexus/Toyota for $150 US. Good thing to have around, since Lexus cars were designed with Old drivers in mind. I know I'm having trouble with mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andronak Posted December 6, 2002 Share Posted December 6, 2002 Hi UCF 3, Could you clarify about the Old drivers? My English doesn't allow me to understand all of the nuances of the language. BTW, what kind of trouble do you have? Thank you Adam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UCF3 Posted December 10, 2002 Share Posted December 10, 2002 Retirees, does that word work better. Not to be synical about it, but unfortuantely, not a single Japanese Luxury car has survived my torture test, but for some odd reason, when my dad drove this LS400, it survived 125000 miles without any repairs. Off course my dad and I have different driving skills. I drive F2k and F3k cars, my dad doesn't. Even the two Lexus dealers i do business with agreed with me on this. They say the Lexus LS400 is a "solid car, built like a tank", but that didn't work in my case. Car started giving me problems once I took it over. Ever notice how loose the steering wheel is. Do you thing some 20 year old would appreciate it? I know I don't, and since I've been driving the car i've never been pulled over, and frequently felt like using the Cruise control. I disconnected the CC on my G20 because I never used it and I needed the slot. What kind of trouble do I have---Hummmmm Shocks needed to be replaced, radio needed to be replaced, one of my cv joints needs to be replaced, brakes need to be replaced because the stock ones suck really badly. All sorts of electronical problems are showing up out of no where. Oil Pan gasket needs to be replaced, and my steering wheel is misaligned. I noticed a leak underneath. The only part that hasn't given me any problems is the Engine and the transmission. Oh yah, have you ever felt how nimble the car is in high speed turns. Braces need to be added. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinhoang Posted May 8, 2003 Share Posted May 8, 2003 Goto ebay for the service manual. They are cheap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hammo400 Posted May 8, 2003 Share Posted May 8, 2003 If you don't need an factory original, get a Chilton's service manual for around $100.00. If you NEED the original, you can get one (2 volume set) here for $160.00: www.books4cars.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SKperformance Posted May 8, 2003 Share Posted May 8, 2003 i think the only reason why lexus won't sell you the manual is because it is out of date plus don't make those volumes anymore and dealers already have them so no real need to reissue i did buy my 3 manuals from lexus for my es 300 for about 350 canadian worth its weight in gold trully their is nothing better than a model and year specific manual ebay always has manuals for under 100 but usually not all 3 they are body engine and electronic wiring diagrams and schematics there is loose connection on the lcd borad i have the same problem but i have to push on the right corner of the lcd to bring it up funny enough the time displays fine on the same screen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VMF Posted May 9, 2003 Share Posted May 9, 2003 what to do if ebay manual is not good enuff and book4cars doesnt have my year? dealer doesnt have em for sale either Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UCF3 Posted May 9, 2003 Share Posted May 9, 2003 what's the year and model of your car. I'll get it for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolver1ne516 Posted December 20, 2003 Share Posted December 20, 2003 Easiest place to find manuals........."sewell lexus"guarenteed :whistles: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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