Bronto

Hi Guys, Just took my car to the dealership and here's the break down of costs for certain symptoms on my 05 LS430 (has 131kmi) Trunk Latch Striker (Trunk is opening in a clunky manner) To replace $209 + labor Telescopic & tilt motors (Non-functioning motors, no in/out or up/down movement) To replace $1300 +labor Just a heads up, I'll circle back with alternatives in a couple days!

Jainla, Yes the warning light displays the Trunk is Open (its not)-how do I disengage the trunk sensor? Secondly,the warning light that indicates a door is open (red car with doors open) will not disappear either...

Hi guys,my 05 LS430 warning light will not shut off and it's driving me bonkers! The trunk is closed (thats another story). 2nd issue, the "doors open' light won't shut off either.. The instructions for reseting it in past threads doesn't work either. Help with these two issues? Bronto

Thanks for the insight Landar- I pulled the trigger and now have this beauty! Sooo.. the Key fob (new battery installed) will not operate the power locks/keyless entry. The only thing that happens is the red panic button blinks when pressed. I've seen a lengthy series of steps for reprogramming the key online, i.e. Open the door, turn the key, press the brake, open the door, etc, etc.. Is this really what it takes? Does this work? Is there an easier way? FYI, she has 127k miles. I'm so proud of this car & everything on my (which you inspired) list was working fine. Thanks! Bronto

Hi All, I'll be purchasing a 05 Ls430 soon,(upgrading from a94 ls400 I wrecked :whistles: )Are there any "gotcha's" or redflags (sounds,sqeaks etc) I should be on the look out for when inspecting/test driving this vehicle? Thanks Bronto

My 94Ls400 was giving me terrible transmission slipping symptoms, ( not shifting gears) & took it to the shop- no issues from mechanic. They said leave the ECT switch in "power" position. The cars has 245k on it.. Can someone weigh in on this?

My accelerator pedal (94ls400,245kmi) isn't as taut as it should be, a good deal of pressing is needed to get powerful acceleration....which way should I go with this?

Had the new (salvage) steering knuckle installed, working well! Now for the instrument cluster...-__-

Hi I just replaced all of my 7 & 10 fuses to address my failed instrument cluster based on a forum recomendation (ALL BLACK) and this hasn't worked. In fact ,since doing this my windshield wipers have stopped functioning.. :cries:Any help welcome

Honestly, at this point its less expensive to install & see. If its in poor shape too, I do have a new ball bearing in hand and will just have NAPA press the new one in...crossing fingers and toes

Ok gents, I purchased the right steering knuckle from a 93 for my 94LS4-any land mines I should know about when installing this? Seems pretty formidable. Also,I figured the 93 & 94 part numbers were the same since its first gen.. any comments??

Hi, I couldn't get the hub off of my LS to replace just the bearing, so Im going to purchase a salvage spindle knuckle. Two questions. I have a 94ls, will the spindle knuckles from 95-98 models work? The reason for this is my right/front bearing is bad (bad vibrations), is this the correct name for the part?

Hi Landar, Im planning on purchasing a used OEM spindle knuckle for my 94 LS400s' bad wheel bearing problem, however I'm only seeing parts for 95-98 models; how do I know if these are compatible?

Hi Landar, We couldn't seem to get the hub assembly off (see photo) so Im going to purchase an OEM steering knuckle that contains the bearing! Any thoughts on this?

Thanks so much Landar! By the way, why do you say its not an on site type of job??

Landar, Just had the 94 LS vibration checked out.. The vibration was the wheel bearing. I just picked one up from AZn up, however is there an outer and inner wheel bearing or just one?

Landar, Lose power? I've had some extensive engine work done and replaced the battery 3days ago b/c the last one was dying.. Im not quite sure how to check fuses,thats a lil advanced for me. Is this something an Advanced Auto parts can do? If I check the fuses,what am I looking for? What fuses would need to be replaced? I've seen some YouTube videos about replacing bulbs by taking the dash out..what do you think?

After $3k in repairs, my 94 LS runs good...Now there's a vibration on the passenger side-it intensifies when steering to the left at about 50mph+... whats going on?? (its not the tires)

NOTHING illuminates on my instrument panel. The answers Im seeing are from about 10years ago-as of today how can one repair the instrument cluster??

My 1994 LS 400s display panel is completely blacked out,NOTHING illuminates. The speedometer, gas gauge,tachometer is not working. How can I fix this, is soldering required??? #Nomoredealershipprices

Hi folks,finally got my 94LS running. Now the instrument cluster (Speedometer,gas, RPMs etc) is completely black. Recommendations? Find a repair person or is this a DIY-remove it, replace the bulbs and go? BB

Folks, On going issue with this Lexus LS. It wasn't idling or turning over sooo, I've had... -Ignition cap and rotor, ignition coil, replaced -spark plugs replaced - spark plug wires replaced.. And now the guy says they found the cam and crankshaft position sensors need to be replaced... $1k He says it runs but not well and cuts off... HELP?!

Hi Guys, Anyone out there I can buzz via email? What can I expect to pay for a used 94-95 engine for a 94LS400?? Anyone near NC? My email address is bmcdllc@gmail.com Bronto

Lander, How important are those parts notated at the top of the diagram(3 boxes).. Because they're in my trunk & not on the car. To me (who am I) they just looked like mounts..do you recommend putting them on.. and um, where? Secondly, the first mechanic was clueless as to why the car wouldn't remain on,clearly he's not a Lexus guy...lesson one learned. Again, the car's attempting to start very strong (prev owner installed new spkplgs), but it won't turn over & when it does it chokes itself off. Lastly, Im having it towed (still not running) to an ASE cert shop; will the diagnostic test communicate the mechanical problems pretty accurately? Time to face the inevitable, how do I know if the engine's..gone? Bronto

I don't know, I purchased it as-as. The seller fired it up, and it sounded like a tank,b/c of the unattached cattys so to me, just installing those would cure it... I spoke to a guy today that said it could be a idle choke or a vacuum issue b/c its shutting off pretty swiftly