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does the starter turn over? if it does does the engine try to run?

The engine turns over - but it will not start.

Yesterday, I chatted with a certified Lexus mechanic. I trouble shot with him all day. Below is a copy/paste of our conversation.

The car is still not able to start:

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Asked by you on Thursday, August 23, 2012 1:06 PM EST

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I'm Ryan from Franklin, Indiana.

Last night, I changed the brakes on my 2000 RX300.

Upon completing the job, my car won't start.

Do you have any ideas as to why this might have happened?

Country: United States

Make: Lexus

Model: RX300

Year: 2000

Engine: V-6

Already Tried:

I have changed my own brakes for years. Last night, I drove my car around to my garage where I changed the pads and rotors all the way around. Upon completion, I tried to start the car. It won't start. I have electricity, lights, fan - everything on on and working - but seems like car isn't getting gas ... the tank is full. Have a blown some fuse, or tripped some relay? Never heard of this before.........

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From Cardoctor 74

Thursday, August 23, 2012 1:09 PM EST

Ok so the vehicle cranks over correct?

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Thursday, August 23, 2012 1:11 PM EST

Yes Sir.

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From Cardoctor 74

Thursday, August 23, 2012 1:14 PM EST

Ok is the security light flashing on the dash and will it start with starting fluid sprayed in the throttle body?

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Thursday, August 23, 2012 1:20 PM EST

Security Light: Is Flashing Red.

Throttle Body: I don't know if it will run with starting fluid sprayed in the throttle body. This is something I haven't checked.

It seems like the car isn't getting gas. Initially, I thought perhaps I had pinched a fuel line with the car jack I used to change my brakes.

With this in mind, I just went outside and re-confirmed the spots where I placed the jack last night. There were no lines in the way - and there are no pinched lines that I can find.

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From Cardoctor 74

Thursday, August 23, 2012 1:23 PM EST

OK the security light is your issue.Have the key in the ignition to where the radio will work .Disconnect the positive battery terminal for 30 seconds and reconnect it the security light should reset and the vehicle should start.It will not allow fuel to the injectors when it solid let me know.

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Thursday, August 23, 2012 1:37 PM EST

I turned the key to accessory (so the radio could work).

I disconnected the positive battery terminal for 30-45 seconds, and put it back on.

As soon as I touched the terminal back to the battery, I heard a faint "chirping" noise ... it seemed to be coming from somewhere on the front of the motor.

Upon trying to restart the car, it turns over just fine, but will not start.

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From Cardoctor 74

Thursday, August 23, 2012 1:46 PM EST

Ok is the battery fully charged on the vehicle was the key left on when you did the brakes ?

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Thursday, August 23, 2012 1:49 PM EST

I listened to the radio while I did the brakes ... but upon completion of the job, none of the lights were dim and the radio was never interrupted.

It is a fairly new battery. Everything I own is immaculate.

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From Cardoctor 74

Thursday, August 23, 2012 1:52 PM EST

Yes I bet the battery has a low charge .Do you have another key to try ?

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Thursday, August 23, 2012 1:55 PM EST

Yes, I have a second Regular key, and a Valet key (own a total of 3 keys)

Can a key make a difference?

Which one would you suggest I try? ...both?

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From Cardoctor 74

Thursday, August 23, 2012 2:00 PM EST

Try the second key and valet key and see if it starts let me know.Also try spraying starter fluid in the throttle body to see if it starts.

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Thursday, August 23, 2012 2:12 PM EST

I tried all three keys.

The battery is turning the engine fine .... but after several attempts to start it, I can tell the engine is starving for fuel.

It is no longer "chug ker chug ker chug" ... It's just turning evenly as if it's out of gasoline.

I don't know a whole lot about this motor ... Can you link me to a picture of this motor, showing me exactly where the throttle body is?

I don't want to spray starter fluid in an incorrect place - making things worse.

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From Cardoctor 74

Thursday, August 23, 2012 2:19 PM EST

It's where the air tube goes front the air filter box to the intake .

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Thursday, August 23, 2012 2:23 PM EST

So I need to remove the black air intake tubing that is between the air box and the intake ...

Then I need to spray starter fluid into the intake, and try to start.

Is this correct?

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From Cardoctor 74

Thursday, August 23, 2012 2:27 PM EST

Yes correct and hold to butterfly open then spray then try to start .

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You replied

Thursday, August 23, 2012 2:42 PM EST

I have to run to auto parts store to get some starter fluid.

Should take 30 minutes round-trip.

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From Cardoctor 74

Thursday, August 23, 2012 2:54 PM EST

OK Ill be here.

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Thursday, August 23, 2012 3:49 PM EST

I removed the necessary tubes to gain access to the intake.

I had my father open the flaps, and spray starter fluid in while I cranked the key.

It is turning over very fast, but will not start.

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Thursday, August 23, 2012 3:52 PM EST

Ok is the check engine light on also at this time.Try this one last time for me.Disconnect the battery .Then while both terminals are off the battery clamp them together for 15 minutes it will clear all codes .Then reinstall the battery terminals.

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Thursday, August 23, 2012 3:54 PM EST

When I turn the key on (to where the radio will work), all lights (caution, engine, oil, airbag, etc) are on under speedometer.

Is your advice still to go ahead and disconnect both battery terminals, put them together for 15 minutes, then reconnect to the battery?

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Thursday, August 23, 2012 3:55 PM EST

Yes this will clear all systems.

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Thursday, August 23, 2012 4:32 PM EST

I have done everything we have discussed.

Same result.

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Thursday, August 23, 2012 7:58 PM EST

Ok and the security light is still solid correct ?Also is the engine light on?

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Friday, August 24, 2012 12:07 PM EST

The security light is off (not blinking red, not solid red).

The engine light is lit, along with several others associated with the key being in the accessory position.

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From Cardoctor 74

Friday, August 24, 2012 12:16 PM EST

Does the vehicle crank over?

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Friday, August 24, 2012 12:18 PM EST

Yes. It turns over just fine."

Last evening, I went outside and drove my RX300 around the back of my house to my garage. I parked and began changing the brakes.

I installed new Rotors and Brake pads to every wheel.

Once finished, I went to drive the car forwards and backwards slowly so the new pads would have an opportunity to "seat" on the new rotors.

The dash lights, stereo, fan - everything works .... except car will not start.

I have chatted online with a Certified Lexus Mechanic most of the afternoon.

I have attempted the following actions as potential resolutions:

1) I tried starting with multiple keys.

2) I turned the key to auxilliary and disconnected the positive battery terminal for 45 seconds, then replaced it.

3) I have removed the hoses between the air box and the throttle body to spray starter fluid into the throttle body while starting.

4) I have crawled under car to verify I did not pinch a fuel line when jacking the car up.

5) The gas tank is full.

6) I have taken the positive and negative terminals off the battery, hooked them together for 15 minutes, and reinstalled them (this is supposed to reset entire brain).

I am out of ideas.

If anyone has experienced similar circumstances, I hope you will consider sharing your experience with me.

My car has ran 100% perfectly every since I've owned it. Everything I own is immaculate, so I do routine maintenance on everything.

Thanks,

Ryan in Franklin, IN.

I did have a car for sale.

It sold this evening. I'm not sure show todelete this add.

My apologies.

Hey Everyone,

I've been a member here for a few years, but due to a crazy busy schedule, I have not been able to participate as much as I had liked.

Unfortunately, I'm not sure where the "for sale" section is ... I have a high mileage car for sale at $3200 obo.

1993 SC400.

Could someone link me to the correct area?

Thanks to all-

Ryan C

Franklin, IN.

MusicManRyan@hotmail.com

I drive a beige 1993 SC400.

I am in need of some parts. I'm hoping a use parts supplier will see this list and email me a quote that is all-inclusive of the items.

Essential:

1) Fuel Flap (with mount assembly)

2) Cup Holder Cover

3) Two head lights (without water in them)

4) Two Power Window Tracks (my motors are fine)

Not essential, but would like a quote on anyway:

5) Power Antenna Assembly (motor works, but antenna will not extend)

6) Interior Speakers

7) Climate Control Unit (above stereo - mine works, but display has gone black)

I will not be checking back here for quotes.

Please forward ALL QUOTES to: MusicManRyan@hotmail.com

Thanks,

Ryan

Franklin, IN.

Wow, my cost of a Toyota oem rack replacement is $280 brand new.. talk about markups.

And FYI, anyone else who gets this shop done, should track down a good Toyota/Lexus independent shop to do it. These are the prices you should aim for:

Rack & Pinion NEW, not rebuilt: $280

PS Pump: $180ish

PS high pressure hose: $320

Return hoses: $15

ATF fluid for ps system: $8-15

Labor: $200 apprx

Alignment: $55-75

Total should run about $1,200 at most.

Where can I find the high pressure hose for $320. I have cash - need it yesterday.

Ryan Carter

Franklin, IN.

MusicManRyan@hotmail.com

ok, so i thought i should follow up.

i SOLVED THE PROBLEM

after replacing all the rubber lines and clamps,

2 power steering pumps

and a steering rack

the problem with the foam was the inlet tube seal

the metal inlet that is attached to the pump with 2 12mm bolts on the side

there is a rubber seal in there that hardened up and was sucking in small air bubbles with the fluid from the reservoir. therefore causing the foam

how did i confirm that?

i had a air blower and blew air near the inlet of the power steering pump and guess what i saw.

it was lots of air rushing out the reservoir

this was with the car off of course

so there you go.

if anyone has a foaming problem with thier pumps, check that inlet seal first

its a 10cent part

i've spent about 500 so far

but oh well, you pay to learn

I have a 93 SC400

My power steering began to growl, so I added more power steering fluid. My alternator went out. I replaced the alternator and the shop said it was full of oil - which I attributed to the power steering fluid leak.

I have been told there is a good chance it's my high pressure supply line to my power steering unit. What is the probability of this?

If this IS in fact the problem, does anyone have a schematic drawing to show me where this hose is? Also, does anyone know a shop or individual in the Indianapolis area who could repair this part?

This is the cheapest one I can find: http://www.partsgeek.com/catalog/1993/lexus/sc400/steering/power_steering_pressure_hose.html

Does anyone know where I can get a diagram of the entire power steering assembly? I can't find one anywhere.

Ryan Carter

Franklin, Indiana

MusicManRyan@hotmail.com

Hey friends,

I'm Ryan from Franklin, Indiana, USA.

I'm looking for the following items for my 1993 SC400 (light sand brown):

1) Cup Holder and Cover (center console)

2) Gas flap door assembly (not screw cap)

3) Window actuators (both windows)

4) Driver's side door panel (the interior handle mounts have failed on mine).

5) HVAC dash unit (mine works great, but the display has gone black).

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r146/Mu...3SC400Lexus.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r146/Mu...XUSINTERIOR.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r146/Mu.../Lexus-SIDE.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r146/Mu...Lexus-FRONT.jpg

I don't check back here often. If anyone could help me locate these items (preferably used), please contact me at: MusicManRyan@hotmail.com

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