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That’s a plan…obviously you’ve checked no one in UK could do an ecu rebuild…must be some magician tucked away…🙂 -
Hi Forgive me for asking…what’s the cost implication of such a repair? Simon
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Could be anything…worth replacing anti roll bar bushes and the upper bar cam adjustment rod bushes too as they will go with age.
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Steve is go to here. I’ve an advisory on oil leak from my steering rack but so insignificant it just requires cleaning up…can’t detect fluid loss or loss of performance…yours does sound like pump and as Steve says you’d know if there’s a belt failure. Looks like pump. But do check aux pulleys and belts visually…ensure no oil leaks or belt contamination.
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Service History
Tinonline replied to Mr DJC's topic in LS 400 / Lexus LS 430 / Lexus LS 460 / Lexus 600h / Lexus 500h Club
You can validate the mileage and get a good idea of condition and maintenance from the Government MOT history website. Vehicles still need oil and filter changes so lack of service should be reflected in the price. My method of buying is to get the lowest mileage I can, although there’s a price premium. Any work required is worth the investment for long term ownership. Optimum balance is 70k to 80k miles as a Lexus is barely run in! -
Oh dear…the wheel bearings are not an easy replacement and Lexus would charge top rate. The suspension downlink needs removing…(easy)…bearing needs to be removed from hub (diy if you have equipment) cost of bearing can be stupid. But it all adds up. You’re at least set for a long time now…
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I have same from my MOT and I’ve noticed this is now a favoured advisory as I’ve seen more feedback on this topic. Rear coil spring on one side and rear chassis mounting points on my LS400 year 2000 I have a wire brush, drill and wire brush attachment; kurust bottle, hammerite type spray paint. Cost is time and effort plus £14 paint and kurust.
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I’m surprised you can’t reprogramme the unit in situ…inspite of security measures: or that Lexus can’t. Is the solution to have to hand over the unit to a specialist to take care of the process/ or replace capacitors only so as to avoid the issue? Or do as you intend given your knowledge and capability.
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I’m not going anywhere Malc 🤣 looking after the Merc as it’s my sons and wife uses it. I’ll buy it when opportunity arises as it’s worth keeping.
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Glad you will stick around…these cars do require age related repair and it feels like the Forth Bridge paint job keeping up…even if you don’t run it much. Im on Merc forum too but have laid off it as the design is not as good as this one so doesn’t encourage interaction. The vibe ain’t a comparison. My wife actually stated the CLK350 AMG style pack does not drive as well as the Lexus…that was a watershed moment I can tell you. 😂
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Pads and discs
Tinonline replied to MLW's topic in LS 400 / Lexus LS 430 / Lexus LS 460 / Lexus 600h / Lexus 500h Club
OEM is no guarantee against disc warping but I’m sure OEM is the best route … possibly the complaints are due to non OEM? Lexus pads have a ceramic content so are good at dissipating heat. Front suspension takes a lot of weight and low mileage does not stop deterioration of bushes. When we can replace with OEM at around £200 or less per axle, given the quality and length of service it’s a no brainer. Sure do it for £120 but what are you buying? Appreciate that labour will up this if you can’t or don’t want to diy. -
Very ready to eat my words. As Malc alludes we have a number of doesn’t stack posts from trade…we’ve seen quite a few and this ticks boxes…the language is a ringer…let’s wait for specific vehicle details and a dialogue. Don’t hold your breath. 🫣😁
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Well the poster joins Wednesday and posts…smacks a bit of trader bought a dud? Trade always says car won’t start which equals was broken when they bought it…and you don’t miss a belt or related break…there’s a big instance. So my advice if this is the case is to sell “her” for spares. It sounds like the later Lexus from the updates referenced. It would have to be low mileage for engine work.
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Hang on…best to have a definitive determination on the cause and damage. Garages like easy work and fast turnover. Maybe they’d like to buy the car and fix it. A home mechanic could do the work but it’s a labour of love and may take time and money. Less money if good at buying. I don’t see any answers to our questions posed.
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Sounds more like a snapped cam belt… Should be a few units around with ok mileage…the bodywork/ chassis took most to an untimely end.
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Hi, no I’ve nowhere to plug it in. Previously battery would hold charge when not in use for ages…not an issue. I’m not sure how long extra it would have lasted.
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Not doing much mileage at the moment and a run charges up the battery to last a few weeks but if not used it goes flat. It has lasted 7 years which is not bad as I’ve flattened it quite a few times working on the car. That one cost £88. Genuine Toyota. Got another one today from Lexus Reading for pence over £101. Great service and was at their place next day. They did match a competitive other Lexus price…if you don’t ask. They’re my go to for clips, bolts, worn widgets… All systems go 👍😁
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Ok now I’m feeling very annoyed for you. My opinion and feeling is, you have to NOT give the car back to your regular garage or mechanics that have not been able to resolve your issue to date. Maybe a mobile auto electrician or just a different garage: not an easy choice. I am concerned about the rat smell you had a while back…so you need to mention that so the unexpected is taken into account. Agree this is fixable…just a pain getting to it.
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Yes I thought it went straight to the chassis. 🧐
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Looked too cheap
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Well I’m glad it looks as though it’s sorted. Very belt and braces adding extra earth…a complete new battery Earth cable will do it unless…it will be fine now.👍
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You should be able to search on your motor. The late 400s are fine from earlier search but as usual owners have to validate themselves. For some reason later 600 variants won’t take it.
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I’ve stuck to E5 super. I don’t do mega miles at all so the cost is relative…doesn’t feel high…although that gauge doesn’t move up as much as it used to! Had to fuel stop at a Sainsbury over the weekend and all they had or I could get to was E10 so a few quid of that had to do. In Spain over the summer, in my region we didn’t see any E10 at all. My 1995 Alfa 155 sport doesn’t like normal unleaded…it pinks…so super really has to be used. No idea about E10. I doubt it.
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That price is settling faster than it’s suspension. 🧐
