RE: 1992 LS400 wont shift into gears maybe.???
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RE: 1992 LS400 wont shift into gears maybe.???
Greetings from SoCal I'm new to this forum & a lot of help so far thanks guys... but now I have a question that mostly already has been answered multiple times already & have this build thread been originally posted my user member C4R3B34R I myself have similar problems but my transmission won't leave 1st gear won't shift at all had a this problem 2yrs ago but was solve my replacing the transmission fluid... my question to you guys is the following since I took my car to get service at a mom & POP shop I strongly doubt they used Toyota T4 fluid & now that I have the same issue again can I replace yet again the transmission fluid but this time with Toyota T4 fluid will this save my transmission or should I buy a rebuild transmission?
Does anyone have the proper step by step procedure to the link above as in pictures.? I would like to see if anyone has done this & can show me with pictures a step by step procedures thanks
Make sure the car is running Toyota T4 fluid only. If you or the previous owner had the fluid changed or added non-T4 fluid to top it off, this could cause a problem. Check the transmission fluid and make sure its full by following the instructions in the owners manual (car needs to be running). If that all checks out, take a look at this tutorial about the wiring harness in the trunk that can cause peculiar problems...
http://www.lexls.com/tutorials/lighting/bulbout.html
http://www.lexls.com/tutorials/lighting/bulbout.html
Does anyone have the proper step by step procedure to the link above as in pictures.? I would like to see if anyone has done this & can show me with pictures a step by step procedures thanks
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You should drain and replace with the proper fluid. If this does not resolve the shifting issues there is a high probability there was damage.
Toyota has spec'd their fluid now for many-many years and especially so with Lexus vehicles. Mom-pop shops that provide service are doing an injustice to owners by not adhering to these service procedures. They are obviously not aware/trained to properly service these cars. I am not current on other Toyota cars though I suspect they have similar fluid needs that also date a ways back. They may be ASE qualified but that doesn't mean Toyota qualified.
Toyota has spec'd their fluid now for many-many years and especially so with Lexus vehicles. Mom-pop shops that provide service are doing an injustice to owners by not adhering to these service procedures. They are obviously not aware/trained to properly service these cars. I am not current on other Toyota cars though I suspect they have similar fluid needs that also date a ways back. They may be ASE qualified but that doesn't mean Toyota qualified.
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You should drain and replace with the proper fluid. If this does not resolve the shifting issues there is a high probability there was damage.
Toyota has spec'd their fluid now for many-many years and especially so with Lexus vehicles. Mom-pop shops that provide service are doing an injustice to owners by not adhering to these service procedures. They are obviously not aware/trained to properly service these cars. I am not current on other Toyota cars though I suspect they have similar fluid needs that also date a ways back. They may be ASE qualified but that doesn't mean Toyota qualified.
Toyota has spec'd their fluid now for many-many years and especially so with Lexus vehicles. Mom-pop shops that provide service are doing an injustice to owners by not adhering to these service procedures. They are obviously not aware/trained to properly service these cars. I am not current on other Toyota cars though I suspect they have similar fluid needs that also date a ways back. They may be ASE qualified but that doesn't mean Toyota qualified.
Will Toyota T4 fluid still work although who known what type of fluid is in the transmission?
How much is Toyota T4 fluid.?
Where can I find it.?
How much will I need.?
Thanks.!! Sorry for the multiple questions....
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Change the trans filter, hugeJohnLS
If it's been changed,
change it again!!!
If it's been changed,
change it again!!!
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Type IV fluid is a dealer item, should be about $6/quart from the Toyota dealer. The Lexus dealer will charge more. You'll need about 12 total but even with a partial drain you'll get some indication. If dropping the pan, check the screen that can be attributable to issues if clogged from burnt fluid particles.
GL...hope it works but don't be surprised if it doesn't.
GL...hope it works but don't be surprised if it doesn't.
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I picked up a complete engine & transmission that was pulled out from a salvage 1991 Lexus LS400 that was hit from the rear passenger quarter panel engine has 70,XXX original miles have the vin number to prove it.. I picked up engine & transmission for $450... Did some research before purchasing of course several places around my area charged $750 for a rebuilt transmission & that's not including labor other places charged $400 for a transmission NoT rebuilt yet 3 month warrenty & another $500 for an engine that's Not rebuilt... So after coming to a conclusion & getting different quotes from shops I took the shot on purchasing this engine & transmission that came off the salvage 1991 Ls400 with 70,XXX miles for $450... Can anyone tell me if I did good in doing so or was it not a good deal.??? Also before purchasing I knew i had a small issue because my Lexus is a 1992 Ls400 as I did some more research I came to find that the only thing that changes between the engine & transmission from a 1991 to a 1992 is a transmission filter other than that engine & transmission are pretty much the same.. So you guys that that have more experience on these cars... Is my research right about the difference between the 1991 drive train & the 1992 drive train.?? Or was I missing anything.??
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I'd say you did good with that purchase for that price. The only thing I would suggest is to change the timing belt and water pump while you have the engine out. It's so much easier on a stand then in the car. Someone else with more experience with these engines will have to chime in on the compatability of the two.
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I'd say you did good with that purchase for that price. The only thing I would suggest is to change the timing belt and water pump while you have the engine out. It's so much easier on a stand then in the car. Someone else with more experience with these engines will have to chime in on the compatability of the two.
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Swapping out engine & transmission
Any advice or opinions towards either swapping out engine & transmission or just replacing transmission.? Never done a big job like this I'm trying to see if you guys had any tips, concerns, advice, opinions, Probably Help if anyone is interested in making a buck helping me out on a swap.??
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