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Shadow

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  1. I will be dropping the transmission to replace the rear main seal and a couple other seals and is wondering if it is possible to also change the starter while the transmission is out? I am sure I can remove the starter bolts from the rear but can I remove the starter rearward?
  2. My local locksmith kiosk sell and cut non-remote Lexus keys for $20.
  3. I changed differential oil four times on two different LS and not once did I noticed any difference afterward (I was pleased) which meant the old oils were working fine all along.
  4. The metal screen can be clean and reuse. Replace if you don't want to take up the chore.
  5. I believe there is no replacement interval for pulleys and seals, aka, inspect and replace only when necessary. Perhaps you can leverage the price you paid for the service when negotiating with the service manager, if the price sound like it should includes installing the seals and pulleys, then raise hell with them. How much did you pay for the service?
  6. That engine in 92LS is non-interference, and as far as turning the camshaft, you will have to overcome many valve springs when turning the shaft so what you feel is normal. Turn the camshaft all you want and it won't hurt anything. BTW, what is the mileage?
  7. ECM not communicating? You can get the engine code yourself at no cost and see if the mechanic is lying. All you need is a paper clip and jump T1 to TE1 in the diagnostic port either in the engine compartment or under the dash near the steering column. Search this forum or elsewhere for more details info on obtaining ODBI codes.
  8. My Supra's starter went out about 8 yrs ago @150k. I got a copper strip for $2 at a hardware store and whipped it into the "L" shape to replace the contacts (that was before I knew of any replacement contact kit), and 8 yrs and 100k later, the starter still works.
  9. Perhaps posting the LS model years the instructions above are good for would greatly help. I take it that the instructions are for 93&93 LS only?
  10. A bad power steering air bypass valve will allow PS fluid to enter the intake and burn giving out blue-ish smoke.
  11. There is no friction surface on OEM LCU bushings so what is the point of lubricating them?
  12. Yep, only the alternator needs to move aside which is a 5 min job for any mechanic. Sound like the shop wanted to milk the cow for an easy $150.
  13. Yes, noise and vibration drive me nut. I have been trying to get my 91 as smooth and my wife's 90 and after two sets of tires, one set of wheel, and some renew suspension and mine is still not as smooth. The wife hardly notice the difference but I certainly can. And then there was a rattle noise right in front of me (the driver seat) that comes a goes. I removed the instrument panel and padded all wirings, joints, and mating surfaces the best I could and the still no joy. Fortunately, for my sanity the noise went away recently on its own, otherwise, a steering column tear down is on order. And then there are those Lexus forums which I won't say anything about...
  14. When to replace? That depends on how much $$$ you want to spend, how long you're going to keep the car, and how anal you're. At $300 a pop I can see the hesitation.
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