99lsguy

The torque on the pan bolt is only 15 ft lbs........ Get a new bolt from the Lexus dealer for $5.00 (and gasket) and carefully put back on......15 ft. lbs is very little.....

Another vote to keep it!!!.........

Yes, THis way........you can easily turn the wheel L to R (lock to lock) .........glides very well. Otherwise, I would probably "bump the starter" to pump the fluid out if you can't lift the front wheels....... Be careful, if it starts -- turn if off quickly!!!

It is buried........totally buried...........under the intakes and such. :( "whats up with that"-------- I couldn't agree further........... Typicaly $700-900 job at the dealer :cries:

B ... Yes, my manual (and PS cap) say 'DEX III or equivalent"....so I've been using the Max life for a few hears with no problems.... I think there is a big debate over the DexIII / Type IV issue...........

Hey guys, I flushed the PS fluid on the 99 LS last week - and also just got an inquiry on it from a fine member... THought I"d just give out my procedure if you're interested... take care!! I use Valvoline Dex III long life tranny fluid - got two - 3 quarts. Now, it takes a little patience - but I don't remove anything on the car around the PS resevoir. :) You don't have to "start the car" or turn any belts by hand........... First, take a litte medicine type "bulb" and extract all you can in the reservoir. you should be able to see the little "fan wheel" inside it. Takes a little at a time ( 1 ounce or two) each "suck" of the "bulb". I use a 5ml medicine dropper from Osco- Free with the Amoxicillin for the little ones I then use needle nose pliers to pinch the clamp and either push is way down on the return tube or just pull it up on the reservoir tube and use masking tape to hold it up... the return tube is probably "stuck" to the res. somewhat....so use the pliers and "work it around" a little and Push down till it breaks free...it will be prett stiff to push all the way off as the tube will bind a little -- but keep steady using long needle nose pliers and you'll get it!!! Now -- I keep a little dixie cup handy and some rags to put under because PS fluid will come out from the hose and the reservoir --just about 3-4 ounces....enough to make a little mess and clean up later - so be ready for it!! Keep the hose upright to avoid maximum spillage. I use those "sponge ear plugs" to plug the metal reservoir return tube!! Just roll it up tight and shove it up in their ...leaving about 1/4" to see...it will expand and keep drips away!! There is very little pressure so it will hold!! You can use a little piece of the clear hose with a plug - but it is difficult to do with restricted area - it's pretty tight around there.... Once out - use a 3/8" ID clear hose with a brass (similar) male connector and connect the return hose with it. this is about 3-4 feet long. Let it run over the front fender and down to a gallon milk jug. tape is securely to the jug so it won't spill. Now here's the cool part!! I use two floor jacks and lift both front wheels up just and inch to clear the tires. Leave car in park and emergency brake on. Fill the reservoir with a littel bit of Dex III until its full. Leave the drivers window down and turn steering wheel "LOCK TO LOCK" thru about 4 times by hand. You can see the PS fluid being pumped into the jug over the fender. Refill reservoir and repeat procedure - after about 1 quart you should see the new, fresh Dex III in the tube. I usually flush about another 1/2 - 1 quart more to get it really clean the last wheel turns you can do some extra so you can see some "gaps" in the Dex III fluid being pushed out. Stop and let it rest for a bit - it should "recess" back into the supply tube so you can take off the clear tube and coupler and not make too much of a mess. Reconnect to reservoir unit (take out ear plug!!) with clamp. This will take a little care because the space is tight! get your hand / fingers (or use long needle nose) under and lift it into the metal reserve tube and clean up any spills below. Add just a little Dex III and cover with the cap loosely. Turn steering wheel lock to lock several times by hand. Check level so its on the bottom of the COLD mark. Now - Start the car and let idle.....turn lock to lock some more to get all the air bubbles out. You should hear no squealing /groaning and have nothing but total smoothness at the wheel. Turn car off. Let down the Jacks and recheck level Add a litte more Dex III if needed (if overfilled use the medicine dropper)... and tighten the cap..... You are good to go!!!!

Yes,,,,,,,, Let us know what you decide!!!! I guess the only thing better than an LS is a NEWER LS!!! :D Nice description !!

TL94, I haven't been on this board in a long time....when I saw the title of this thread I couldn't believe my eyes.. Glad you're doing well and good luck in Vegas.....

You could check and clean the oil pressure guage......its right around the oil filter... Change your oil again and take a look at it...and clean.... I believe this has happened before and the cleaning did the trick...if not: do as JPI & Monarch said and get a accurate pressure check.

Nice wheels Jim.........nice LS!!!

Hey Ed..............at last check, my coolant is pinkish/red...it is original toyota coolant. I would drain the block - and use distilled water.... It's really no big deal....just a little more time....

vmf, I think you should sell the LS and keep the civic (garaged)..................

Well, if you have the time to stop by, they could run thru the TSB"S on the LS. There is a high likelyhood that they won't do anything. Like Steve said, "you DO get used to it".....although it is a serious "glich" in a pretty much flawless auto.... Nobody likes it.....

Agree that it "can't be done" .... just what's on the list.... I agree with having it unlock when in park== I don't like that option at all.....

Linux.....had no idea you had a new ride!!!! Is that the idle control valve with the PS unit????

Linux, Here's what I have for Door Locks: Door Lock UNLOCK/PARK Factory=OFF ON/OFF of door auto unlock when vehicle is stopped and shifted into Park Options =ON/OFF Door Lock ALL UNLOCK/OPN-CL Factory=OFF ON/OFF of door auto unlock for all doors when drivers door opens within 10 seconds Of turning the ignition key from ON to OFF ON/OFF Door Lock UNLOCK/KEY TWICE Factory=ON When unlocking the drivers’ door one turn of the key will unlock drivers door only two turns will unlock all doors OFF When unlocking drivers’ door one turn will unlock all doors ON/OFF Door Lock ANSWER BACK Factory=HAZARD HAZARD: Hazard lights will blink once when transmitter is used to lock vehicle and twice when unlocking the vehicle providing the doors hood and trunk are dosed. OFF: Hazard lights will not blink SO----I think you can set it to UNLOCK the door when putting in Park ............but not LOCKING when putting car in Reverse or Drive .... Wifes Sequoia defaults to LOCKING when put in Reverse or when reaching 15 mph in drive..... it does not UNLOCK when put in park.

What else does that thing tell you.......... :D You may have to disconnect the neg cable from the battery???? I would think the owners manual will tell you how to reset......

Great shots Blake!!! The LS rolls on.............It's kinda like the "TERMINATOR" of automobiles - indestructable

Well done there Meist!! Glad the LS is still running strong!!

Here's the last document.... Page 8 shows the "Fuel Sender Guage" component and how to check....... it could just be a loose connection...Good luck!! *****first-check the "fuel sender guage" back by the gas tank----see the loca.pdf!!! insp.pdf loca.pdf

Here ya go Grand................. comp.pdf disa.pdf

SRK, I think someone put a cheap, clear fuel filter valve in the hose that runs from ACV up to the upper valve cover. THis gave him evidence that the valve was faulty - as PS fluid collected in the fuel filter - otherwise, he could never see the problem.

Denny, Look up member - Biocolini??? or similar spelling....send him a PM. He's the one that knows the part #'s...... I think B) B) Otherwise, lexus should give you the part # over the phone -- then call toyota dealer - usually the only difference is the first # or so at the start.

agc, Good deal!!! Glad you got the LS ---silver & black is good combo.... You will be pleased with the ride every time you get in it :D I tinted my LS about 20% (I think)....look in the "Members Gallery" for some photos - page 5 or so..... If you are DIY.....this LS is pretty easy to keep serviced up to 90 when the Timing Belt is due.

Another CNN special..........this kind of stuff is all they know :whistles: