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"You can change the knock sensors and wire harness without removing the intake manifold. Remove the EGR valve, PCV hose and you can get you hand into the V area of the block. A 27mm socket and small rachet with a flex head and the job is done. " I tried this method before, it worked but costed me 2 broken connectors. I then had to remove the manifold to replace the connectors. Unless your hands are very small, there isn't much room to unlock & pull the connectors.

I got the wire from Sewell by calling them after they removed their online store.

I have not bought it yet. The info looks annoying. I think I will pay more attention to what is now not needed info.

N means --> the South

I get about 23 MPG combined.

I keep tires at 29 psi, never had vibration for highway speed.

I read somewhere that you can clean MAF of 98 model and later but not on 97 and older models.

Is this what you need?

M.Yasir, I think the codes could happen to occur when a car does not start and one tries to crank it over. When the car could not start up at all, I think the ECM was thrown a bunch of incomplete messages (reports) and result a bunch of bad reports. It happened to me once when my car did not start and reading codes gave me a long list (O2 sensor, ... you name it). But it was MAF problem. I replaced it, reset all the codes and it was fine.

This is an old post. I think you fixed it by replacing the alternator or fixing the connectivity. Battery is charged with higher voltage than 12.3V.

I cut a plastic bottle to cover half right of the alternator hoping to shield it from leaking ps fluid. Although my alternator has lifetime warranty, I do not want to deal with the connector on the alternator. It is stuck and easy to break since it is too old.

Thanks for the confirmation. I will give it a try. It looks nice and convenient.

The only fix on my car is a quick hit (with my palm) on top of the instrument display. Happened to me several time: the speed was dead, but RPM needle still worked. Fix like a champ.

The fuel filter is in the rear. How to Replace the Fuel Filter

Thanks billydpowell. I guess when I am at it, I will apply voltage to each solenoid to see responses and measure ohm.

What can you forget? You only need to remove 1 wire at the terminal B post, a connector that has 3 wires on. Unless you broke some other cables when taking it out of its position, I don't think you can forget stuffs replacing the alternator. Or maybe the connector was not pushed all the way. Did you hear a click when you push the connector back in. One other question is: did you check if the alternator perform well after install? It happened to me that I have to return the unit because it was defected.

One thing to remind, do not buy reman alternator. I went with new one with life time warranty. It should last for lifetime this time.

Do you have any manual that shows how to check if the solenoid is good? I guest either short (0 ohm) or open is bad? That's interesting. I will do some experiments with the solenoids next time I drop the trans pan. Thanks! About my trans problem, it works after I change fluid & filter again. I think it will get clogged again soon.

It happened to me before. First, the battery indicator lid up. Measured voltage between battery posts were 12.4 when car is off, and 11.8 when it runs. Raise the car up and measure the voltage at terminal B of the alternator when the car off, still 12.4 proving that there is continuity from the alternator to the battery and the 120 Amp fuse is still good, to be sure I check the continuity between the alternator terminal B and battery positive post anyway. It proves that the alternator was toasted. It takes 2 hours for me to replace the alternator and back on the road.

What year of my car? (it is on my info). I always use Toyota Type T-IV and never experienced with wrong stuff yet.

Has any Lexus owner (model that has ODB port) used one of the car HUD selling on the internet. I'd like to buy one of them but wonder if it is compatible with my 96 or it is worth it to try. Car A8 HUD Head Up Display with OBD2

Before messing with the ECM, you should check the ignition coils.

There is no code detected on OBD reader.

I did it many times and it quite easy. The only force I use is to turn that tensioner with right hand and then align the belt with your left hand. Whatever you do, don't lose control your right hand.

Don't ever ask LockSmiths for key problem (At least, for LS400). The key does not have chip so there is no need to reprogram and dealership make it for you for less than $100. I think it is expensive, but worth the headache with Lock Smith folks. Been there, done that.