Abid221

It's in daily use. I do 150 miles a week (on LPG). Not sure what's going on with the coolant levels.

spoke too soon. I topped up and for some reason the coolant dissappears and goes low again. Does this mean that the coolant was really really low and I just have to keep topping it up up till it gets to the right level?

just got instant results. topped up the coolant and it's working now. so do you recon there's a leak?

I've just taken 2 pictures. The temperature gauge is is in the middle. But the coolant is low.. should I top it up. a few days ago I opened the coolant tank cap when the car was on and hot and the coolant when right up.

I've never changed the water pump in my 3 years ownership. Previous owner changed the cam belt so might have also changed the water pump. Not 100% sure. I've noticed during my ownership that the coolant nearly always goes below 'LOW' level when cold. Is this an issue?

Hello The LS430 only blows warm air when I accelerate. What's up with it.? Need my heaters working quick before winter sets in. Thanks

That's definitely an idea. I'll chat to my insurance and see what they say.

A part of me is saying to just keep it. If I ain't going to use it then perhaps SORN it and store it till when I need it. But it looks like I'll probably have to let it go for less than what I'd wish I would want for it. The mileage to me is not an issue if kept well but I know buyers won't look at it the way I will.

Hello I'm thinking of selling my LS430 for personal reasons. Can members give me an estimated realistic price I should advertise it for. A bit about the car - It's got 197k on it and it's a 2003. Mechanically absolutely sound. No issues at all. Just the CD player doesn't work. Extra gearbox radiator installed. I've serviced it on time every time. I think it's a bit rare because it's black with black interior. And it's got factory fitted coils so it's non air suspension from factory. No rear seat functions. LPG converted 9 months ago. What's my LS430 worth? Thanks

Phew All sorted. It was indeed a connector that he'd forgotten to put back on. All lights are now off. Thanks

Phew All sorted. There's was a connector that he'd forgotten to put back on. Thanks

Hello okay so in a previous thread I asked if the rocker seal labour cost of £100 is okay. Was reassured by members on that. However, I just got the car back after the mechanic changed the rocker seal and spark plug gaskets and now the Check VSC and Engine lights are on! Whats going on do you recon. He said is bringing up p1656 code. One headache after another! Please help.

Damn!! A new problem. Just got the car back from the mechanic and now the bloody Check VSC light is on! Whats going on?

you're right. They do cost around £30 from dealer. However, they wanted £30 for the 8 spark plug gaskets. riiiippp ooffff So I though id pay £45 for a decent pair including the spark plug gaskets

thanks guys.

Hello, Lots of engine oil on my drive so took it to the mechanic and was told it looks like the rocker seal gaskets (or what ever thy're called) are shot. Probably both sides. Got a set off ebay for £45. Local mechanic says he'll charge £80-£100 for labour. I'd like to ask if members think the labour charge for this job is okay. Dont want to be ripped off Thanks

Good to know it won't effect my daily driving. But if there's a fix or a bypass then I'll definitely try it. But if I get my mechanic to do the job then what does it exactly involve.? Any tutorials around?

Hello LS430 (2003. - 190k mileage) Engine light is on. OBD2 reader states code P1651. My search bought it up as P1651 VSV for ACIS Circuit Malfunction. What's the fix for this? Also is it safe to drive and will it effect my day to day driving? Thanks

I going to do some further research on this. Strange that some of our Ls430s are exempt and some aren't. Regarding your tax, It's interesting to learn that your celsior costs £265 to tax. I wonder why my 2003 LS costs me £345 in annual tax? It's really strange.

Well that explains it. I think I'll try and apply for exemption. See what happens.

Hi How is it possible that a 2004 LS430 is ULEZ exempt? I'm sure it ain't Euro 4 standard. I've just seen it listed on ebay and I've checked the ULEZ website using the reg and it is for sure ULEZ exempt.

Just drove home and now there's no engine light on. It's got a mind of its own

Damn, I think I've done around 1k miles like this. I hope it hasn't damaged anything

Hello Recently serviced the LS430 changed the engine oil and oil filter only. I noticed that the mechanic added too much engine oil which was slightly above the second notch on the dip stick. Is this a problem? This morning the engine light comes on. Do you recon its related to the level of engine oil? Should I ask the mechanic to drain some of it? Btw the car is in LPG and has had no issues previously save for the wheel hub. Thanks

So do you recon the steering wheel shakes due to bad tracking?