Barry1000

My car went into Lexus today and they identified that the problem was the deceleration sensor. Apparently when I had the battery changed the steering had not been cantered which can upset the sensor. Anyway they re set it and the car is now fine. It was collected and delivered back fixed - and valeted at no cost! I was very impressed. Sometimes there is some goodwill if you have your car serviced regularly at a garage. This was Lexus Cheltenham. Barry

How do you turn off the VSC light via the paper clip method? Thanks Barry

I had the car lpg serviced and they changed the spark plugs. They measured the output mixture adjusment coming from the engine ecu and it showed that one side was slow to respond to changing the mixture as the engine speed was varied. He thought this was probably a sensor problem. He could not explain why the VSC had started coming on and said it must be a coincidence. There are postings elsewhere on the net that say that the VSC error code can also mean that oxygen sensors are not working. I assume that a proper coded analysis of the error will explain this. I take your point about putting back as it was. My car is serviced regularly by Lexus but they will not touch the gas parts but will service everything else. The gas can be fully turned off to check it. The car was not jacked up to service it.

The car is a 2003 car. The engine management light is not on. How do I check the height adjusters? Barry

The VSC off and check VSC warning has come on when the car is started following a gas service. Interestingly they said that the left bank oxygen sensor was not working as it should - it was sluggish and they suggested that I got it checked. Having looked around on the web it appears that the VSC code can be indicative of the sensor not working. Does this mean that the VSC is in fact working and it is in fact the oxygen sensor that needs replacing?In any event I will take it in to Lexus but wondered if any others have had experience of this? Thanks Barry

I went to try and buy a replacement drivers side wiper from Halfords only to discover that the Lexus has a special fitting and although Halfords think they stock the correct one on their computers in fact they don't. They suggested that I went to the main dealer. Has anyone found an alternative source other than the main dealer that offers the correct fitting? Thanks Barry

I am also very impressed by the PhD viva. Does that make you a Don? Barry

Another point worth noting is that if the tilt motor starts playing up it may be worth checking your battery. In my case the battery was on its last legs. As soon as I replaced the battery it started working again fine! So worth checking Barry

I have previously lubricated the steering gears with ordinary 3in1 oil which worked perfectly well but only lasted for about 6 months. Can anyone suggest a better lubricant? Thanks Barry

Hi mike I am afraid I don't often get up to your neck of the woods. Where did you buy them new from? Thanks Barry

I am I tested in your roof rack what price are you looking for? Thanks Barry

Thank you I will follow it up Barry

That's really interesting! Could you pass on the details please? Thanks Barry

Thank you for your reply. I. Am surprised that no other members are interested in this, as it is very useful to be able to carry skies to the airport! Still never mind Regards Barry

Is it possible to fit a roof box or ski box to an ls430? Thanks Barry

I know this has been discussed before but I'm about to buy tyres again and wondered which everyone thinks are the quietest. I currently have Dunlops on the car which I believe are what originally came on the car. Road noise is the only thing which slightly distracts from a fantastic ride and so getting the tyres right I is very important. I would welcome any views

Thanks fro the info worth thinking about. Where did you get the discs from and what did they cost? Thanks Barry

I have an original sat nav fitted to a 2003 ls 430. I would like to upgrade to a modern version. What is the best way of doing this and how much will it cost. Also is it possible to upgrade it to a version that works on post codes whcih is so much easier? Thanks Barry

I wondered if you could outline the update to the sat nav. Did the previous version you had installed not have post codes installed. I have the original version installed on a 2003 car and wondered if the upgrade would giv post codes? Thanks Barry

I must confess mine had the same problems as described. I lubricated via oil with a straw attached to be sure that the oil got the right place which is key. The first time I did it I did not use the straw attachment and it did not work because I did not get the oil to the right place. For the sake of buying an oil can with a straw fitted for a few pound it is worth a try. Mine also now works perfectly and silently! Barry

Lexus of Cheltenham came and collected the car today and delivered it back tonight in what they think is full works order. It transpired to be an airlock. They think they have cured I but will have to keep an eye on it. Thank you all for your advice and ideas.

Do you have to screw in an adapter to your filling point to fill with gas?

Thank you all your help. I have noticed the level is down and goes down again after topping up and going for a run. I have put some paper under it tonight to see if it is leaking. It is also going in to Lexus on Wednesday. My nagging concern is that it has blown a gasget, although the engine oil looks pristine. I hope that its just a hose that needs tightening up. I will let you know.

My Ls430 seems to be loosing coolant. I have recently had it gas converted ( about 4000 miles ago) and also had the cam belt changed just after the conversion. While the cam belt was changed I had the water pump replaced at the same time at a main dealer. What is the best way to solve? I am thinking of just taking into the main dealer, but I am a little concerned of opening my self up to mega costs! Has anyone any suggestions? Any help much appreciated. The car has done 45000 miles with a full main dealer history and is 10 years old.

I am impressed that you got a tank this size in the spare wheel recess. Presumably the boot floor must now sit slightly raised to accommodate it? I also ha dine done at profess and habpve found it very good. Did they persuade you to go for a more powerful condenser? In my case they did nit totally sure it was needed bug went fri t anyway. The performance of the system is excellent s far. Will be interested to see what level of economy you get. Regards Barry