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Old 08-29-12, 08:24 PM
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Default Temp Gauge Still Not working...HHHEEELLPPP!

OK so i had my coolant temp sensors changed but my temp gauge still doesnt move its just all the way down. Never had a problem with overheating or anything but looks like it may be the cluster. Everything else works fine. All advice is welcome.

P.S. I love this car its in great condition inside out how much is it to fix the cluster???
Old 08-29-12, 10:03 PM
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$150 - $250 would be a good estimate. DNA Speedometers in Tampa, FL were pretty good when I called them in regards to my sticky speedometer.

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Thanks I appreciate it!
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I love the quote from Proverbs too...
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Found a spot closer to my house called BBA Remanufacturers in Taunton Mass
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which ones did you change? the green one passenger side just to the right of the passenger distributor? if so that was the wrong one. that is the ECU temp sensor. its the smaller one just behind that.
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Could it be a sticking thermastat??
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Originally Posted by LS400BOY
Could it be a sticking thermastat??
No, a thermostat stuck open just prolonges the warmup time of the engine.
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You can find used clusters for around $100. My tach was broken when i got my car and i just ordered one off ebay. for about $100. Maybe worth a try if you can spare the cash.
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Maybe a Scangauge ( http://www.scangauge.com/ ). It willl tell you your engine temperature and do alot more. BUT your Ls must have OBD2
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I have seen a eBay listing for service to your instrument cluster. You ship it to them and they repair all the major problems and more for about 60.00$. I need to do this and might give it a shot. My cluster is all out of whack,
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I can fix your problem for cheaper than any other quote you get. I work on all Lexus clusters, climate units, radios, etc 1990-present

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