1992 Lexus Ls400 Clicks When Starting Sometimes!

[Tori]

My 1992 Lexus LS400 clicks sometimes when starting; the speedometer lights dim/darken; the console lights go out completely and when I turn a corner, the speaker sounds go from one side of the car to the other!!! Is this possible an electrical problem or an alternator problem? Please advise - Thank you!!!

[VBdenny]

The things you describe usually indicate a battery or a battery terminal connection problem. If you battery is more than 4 years old, replace it. While you are at it, clean the terminals well.

[steve2006]

As above and also check all the earth connections to the body if there is any doubt remove the bolt clean the contact areas and refit.

There is a common problem with the starter motor just clicking and this requires either a rebuild of the starter motor with new copper contacts/plunger or a recon unit fitting ( not an easy job as the starter motor in under the intake manifold!)

Go for the battery/wiring 1st.