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According to Lex 2001 gs430 svc. man. it dry fill is 9.4qts but drain and refill is 1.9qts. I want to change the ATF fluid, as I'm doing a 60K miles maintenance. What is the sense if only draining 2 of 9 qts? What is correct way to REPLACE fluid? TIA....

I get 20 around town and 25 hwy. 70-80mph speeds..

Hi, I'm going to replace my front brake pads and the tech manual indicates the shims must also be replaced? The shim kit costs as much as the brake pads, $45! The car has 61K miles. I'm not sure if breaks were ever replaced, I bought car with 31K. TIA

All I just got the day subscribtion to TIS to download Service Manual in PDF format. https://techinfo.toyota.com/ I had read on the forums someones recommendation stating that they had downloaded complete manuals in an hour or so. I see hundreds of PDF files. It will take hours, if not days to downloard files one at a time. Is there and easier way to download/consolidate/print ? TIA

← I love mine...Can record data, print out data, more stuff then I need. http://buy1.snapon.com/products/diagnostic...=EESC307A&qty=1 ← Wow, $790 seems steep. I was thinking about the PC version autotap or AutoEnginuity for around $200, but don't know if i'll use all it's features. Then again i don't even know waht feature to use. If I go with the $50-100 one, which brand? TIA All!

does the factory service manual have what the codes mean and what the fixes are? If so which one, i understand that there are 2 manuals. Also, where is the OBD connector to attach scanner?

Folks, I considering buying a scanner. I'd like to get some guidance/opinions. Which brand to get? What about the type that is windows based (seem to cost twice as much but has nice features? Also, where is the connection to attach the scanner on a 2001 gs430? TIA

Thanks guys for help!

Hi I need to clean a few small spots by the sunvisor on the interior headliner that is a velour type interior. What is the best way to clean it? From a search i did these two products were recommended.: (303 TM Fabric & Vinyl Cleaner) Autoglym Car Interior Shampoo What do you recommend and how to clean local spots only, not entire headliner. TIA cpr_carpenter

cyaltr, How much do you hwy gas mileage go up? I get around 25mpg here in north florida. What do u get before and after? thx

HRP, That a great suggestion, however I've already decided on using Klasse AIO & Klasse sealant (bought it already). However, you are right about love bugs here in FL. I will ask about what preventive measures to take for these pesky bus...thx

Febreze it is! If that doesn't work, to the laundry room they'll go...thx

From the posts I've been reading carnauba seems to be prefer for darker colors for its depth. What is recommended for metalic white? (GS430 '01, don't know the acual paint color). Synthetic, I tend to prefer longer lasting? I plan on claying, using a prewax cleaner (which brand?), then waxing, again which brand? The paint is in pretty good condition. This is an awesome Forum..... TIA Hugo

A glass of milk :chairshot: (don't ask how) on the removable floor mat. I immediately hosed down with water. Let hang out in the sun, because I didn't have time at that moment to clean it. The next day I got 3M carpet aerosol spray cleaner. I foamed it down then, scrubbed with a upholstery brush, hosed it down with water again, then usetd a wetvac to get excess water out. Then hung in sun again to dry. After it dryed, I put it back. Came back acouple of hours later and it smells like a wet puppy. What do I do now?? Need something fast that can be bought locally. Help!

thanks Steve. No scratches when rubbed on CD! Great tip. Skperformace, they are solid yellow......

Forget to say brand name, it's Detailing Partner by Sunset Products.....

My local Sams Club has MF for sale 16 pack 16"x16" (70%Polyester, 30% Polyamide)for $10.95. Seems like a pretty good buy. I never used MF towels before so I don't know if these are any good. Very soft, terry cloth testure. Comments??? thx

I went to www.autopia-carcare.com, was able to register it. I got an email with a link to get passwd that didn't work. I replied to email (<david@autopia.org>). David sent me the passwd by email within a few hours. He acknowledged there is a problem that he's trying to correct......

I just got my GS430, '01 . It's wonderful! Anyway, I want to window tint it. I was told Llumar is the best, however doing a search on this site others have mentioned 3M being pretty good. The quotes I've gotten so far have been from $120-275, that's quite a spread. What should I look for? Which manufacturer? I'm in Jacksonville, Fl. If anyone can recommend one in this area that would be great! TIA, Hugo

I just got my GS430, '01 . It's wonderful! Anyway, I want to window tint it. I was told Llumar is the best, however doing a search on this site others have mentioned 3M being pretty good. The quotes I've gotten so far have been from $120-275, that's quite a spread. What should I look for? Which manufacturer? I'm in Jacksonville, Fl. If anyone can recommend one in this area that would be great! TIA, Hugo

How easy to use are these factory manual CDs? I had the Merceded Benz CD for the 300E and it was horrible! thx

VetteBoy, Thanks for instruction, I'll have to practice that. I'll also try it with the VSC off too. BTW, what do you mean by TC (obviously not tubro charger) I'll also look at the SRT intake option

Members, I just bought my 1st Lexus, a 2001 GS430 31K miles. Awesome! It's pretty powerfull, however, what is correct or best way to get the rated 5.8second 0-60. From a dead stop I basically floor it. With timer on my watch I get around 7.5sec. I would have expected the tire to burn out or at least squeal. The ECT in in power mode, shifter in D position. Am I suppose to hold the break with left foot and rev up the engine before releasing brake? I'm not a racer so parden my ignorance.... thx

Well I got a GS430 instead, go figure! It was $3k more with consideralble less mileage and still has 6 months of factory warranty than a 2000 I was loooking at. thx for all info.

I know the color I don't want is green, gold/champagne. I like the black with tan interior. But what I'm really interested in si the different feature between 98-00 years that would make one year better than the other.