You are here: Forums Sedans Lexus LS 400/LS 430 Lexus LS 400/LS 430

Lexus LS 400/LS 430

8333 messages,  Last post on Nov 14, 2009 at 5:18 PM

You are in the Lexus LS 400/LS 430 Forum. Your Hosts are pat & karens

What is this discussion about? Lexus LS 400, Lexus LS 430, Sedan

Messages Page 828 of 834 1 ... 825 826 827 828 829 830 831 ... 834 Prev Next Last

Go To Msg # Search This Discussion

#8270 of 8333 Re: 97 LS 400 [wwest] by gwendolyn Apr 13, 2009 (5:29 am)
Replying to: wwest (Apr 09, 2009 8:50 am) My car hits really hard on the right front...the right strut doesn't have any bounce...it's almost like it is stuck...if i hit a pot hole even a small small one...feels like metal to metal...feels really hard... hits really hard...
#8271 of 8333 strut [nvbanker] by nvbanker Apr 14, 2009 (12:45 pm)
Replying to: nvbanker (Apr 12, 2009 6:59 pm) Has it ever been replaced? If not, it's definitely due, as likely are the other three. Replies to this message: gwendolyn (Apr 15, 2009 5:42 am)
#8272 of 8333 Re: strut [nvbanker], 97 LS400 by gwendolyn Apr 15, 2009 (5:42 am)
Replying to: nvbanker (Apr 14, 2009 12:45 pm) OK here's the latest...I replaced the frut struts, replaced the michelin harmony tires with the same (all four)....the right side still does not feel as soft as the left side when hitting bumps/pot holes...pls advise...   Thx,   Gwen
#8274 of 8333 Mudflaps for 1999 LS by mikeyinmo Jun 02, 2009 (11:49 am)
Twice now I have gotten caught in "fresh oil and loose gravel ahead" situations, which really trashed the lower plastic moldings with some tar actually up on the rear passenger door metal.   I searched the Web for mudflaps, but couldn't find anything that would fit my model.   Loyal readers, any ideas?   Thanks, Pat and Karen; this is a great site and I refer to it all the time.   Mike Mason inn SE Missouri
#8275 of 8333 Mudflaps by vcheng Jun 03, 2009 (4:32 am)
Try these:   http://www.car-stuff.com/carparts/lexusls40019902000powerflowp414754336692.html   Power Flow Mud Flaps - 1990-2000 Lexus LS400    Item #P414754            $10.66 Each   Low Price Guarantee   POWERFLOW B SERIES PREMIER SPLASHGUARD SET, PLAIN, BLACK -- 15-3/4 in. height x 8-7/8 in. width; Includes installation instructions and mounting hardware; This splashguard set is molded from heavy duty material; Flexible down to negative 40 Fahrenheit and will not crack or discolor; Designed to complement vehicle's appearance.
#8276 of 8333 Auto industry questions? by pat HOST Jun 10, 2009 (2:17 pm)
Join Consumer Advice Editor, Phil Reed, and other Edmunds staff for an auto industry chat TONIGHT, Wednesday, 9:00 -10:00 pm/et (6:00 -7:00 pm/pt). To enter the chat, click on the banner at the top of the page.   See you there!
#8277 of 8333 timing belt question by macdawg Jun 10, 2009 (8:42 pm)
I'm new to this forum, so hopefully I can jump in here and ask this question. I bought a used LS400 '95 today, with 110k miles on it. Bought it from a dealer who got it in trade-in, and there are no service records. Carfax was clean, and the car looks very well cared for an maintained. I purchased an extended warranty which covers many major issues, including, apparently, timing belt, timing cover, water pump, etc. Power train, base coverage, high tech coverage. Should I assume the timing belt was changed at 90k, given the cared-for look of car? Is there any way I can find out if timing belt has been changed? If it has been changed, does it need to be changed every 90k? I used to have a '94 Camry, which I think also had timing belt replaced at 90k? Should I just assume it hasn't been changed and do so, or should I bank on the warranty, should anything happen? Thanks.
#8278 of 8333 The Timing Belt .. by vcheng Jun 11, 2009 (5:01 am)
... is critical on these engines, so it would not be wise to assume anything. If it breaks, then you are looking at major hassles and expense, covered by insurance or not, and in a car of that age, may lead to scrapping an otherwise fine vehicle.   If a dealer has ever changed the T-belt, they will put a specific sticker in the engine bay stating the date and mileage at replacement. If you cannot find any such sticker, the belt can be inspected by removing a small top section of the cover by a good mechanic.   Also, consider asking your local Lexus dealer to look up the VIN specific service history form there compter (assuming that the dealer you bought it from was not a Lexus dealer).   I would suggest assuming that it has not been changed, and get it done for peace of mind if $600-$850 is worth it to you.   And yes, it needs to be changed every 90k miles, which, in a car of this quality, can be done maybe 4 or 5 times till something else kills the vwhicle. Replies to this message: macdawg (Jun 11, 2009 5:54 am) vcheng (Jun 11, 2009 6:12 am)
#8279 of 8333 Re: The Timing Belt .. [vcheng] by macdawg Jun 11, 2009 (5:54 am)
Replying to: vcheng (Jun 11, 2009 5:01 am) Thanks. I thought I recalled on my Camry that when the timing belt was changed they DID leave a sticker indicating mileage. I'll poke around. Thanks also for the idea of going to Lexus dealer and getting VIN specific service history. Replies to this message: vcheng (Jun 11, 2009 6:12 am)

Messages Page 828 of 834 1 ... 825 826 827 828 829 830 831 ... 834 Prev Next Last

Go To Msg # Search This Discussion

You are here: Forums Sedans Lexus LS 400/LS 430 Lexus LS 400/LS 430