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#11 of 15 Re: How does the Lexus ls400 and ls430 do in the snow? [stephenabelson] by lexx2 Feb 14, 2008 (11:01 am)
Replying to: stephenabelson (Dec 16, 2007 11:12 am) I had the same concerns when I purchased my 2002 LS 430. I spoke to other owners at the dealership. All said the same thing, "don"t worry about it".   I live in Cleveland where it is snow on top of ice on top of chuck holes. I run the tires it came with, summer tires, push the "snow" button on occasion, and drive off. The LS handles better than my wife's Honda CR-V, but not as good as my 2003 ES 300. In any event, don't worry about it.
#12 of 15 Transmission Flush??? by ls96 Jun 22, 2009 (6:29 pm)
I have a 96 LS400, 154,400. 2nd owner, purchased at 98,000 miles. Have not had to do any major maintenance only oil changes. Was recommended last oil change that I needed a transmission flush due to dark fluid. I have been getting mixed opinions..most friends say don't???? Any opinions/recommendations. I'm confused? thanks. Replies to this message: wwest (Jun 27, 2009 8:06 am)
#13 of 15 Re: Transmission Flush??? [ls96] by wwest Jun 27, 2009 (8:06 am)
Replying to: ls96 (Jun 22, 2009 6:29 pm) Hmm...second owner...   Abusive first owner, used as a taxi, or for towing..??   If the ATF actually is dark it might also smell burned in which case a flush would be appropriate.   Check it yourself, it should be pink and transparent.
#14 of 15 Re: How does the Lexus gs300 rear wheel drive handle in the snow? [stephena [rennybosch] by ryguy4 Jul 17, 2009 (7:16 pm)
Replying to: rennybosch (Jan 26, 2008 2:45 pm) i have a lexus gs 400 rear wheel drive.I live in western new york and it isnt very good in the snow its a bit more powerfull than the 300 but i wouldent think the 300 would be much better in the snow .Hope that helps you .
#15 of 15 Drive train question. by wwest Nov 17, 2009 (4:26 pm)
'92 LS400 with 155,000 miles. Runs perfect, just passed WA state emissions test with flying colors. driving along at ~40MPH there is a rare "tug" feeling, and sound, as if the brake were applied just for an instant. Cannot readily duplicate. Sometimes "tug....tug...tug" and it seems anything I do, change, (a little less throttle or a little more, etc, etc) and it goes away   Car pulls STRONG, transmission seems to be fine, shifting okay, etc. ATF okay.   Suspecious of trac system triggering briefly and haven't had a chance yet to run with it turned off. Will also try running with OD off.   There is only one U-joint in the drive/line, shaft, anyone had one fail in this manner..?

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