Notices
GS - 2nd Gen (1998-2005) Discussion about the second generation GS300, GS400 and GS430 (1998 - 2005)

ran into another problem

Old Nov 22, 2005 | 02:13 PM
  #1  
noop's Avatar
noop
Thread Starter
Instructor
 
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 767
Likes: 0
From: Michigan
Default ran into another problem

I left my house around 20 mins ago, I was driving down the road hit a small bump and heard a loud bang coming from the drivers side tire, so I pulled over right away, popped my hood, checked my teins, the bolt in the middle is completely loose, I can turn it by hand, I went to close the hood and it wont close at all. it goes down but wont lock, drove the car home really slow, I still can't get the hood to lock, is this a known problem??
Reply
Old Nov 22, 2005 | 02:25 PM
  #2  
noop's Avatar
noop
Thread Starter
Instructor
 
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 767
Likes: 0
From: Michigan
Default

ok... nevermind, I tightened the bolt on the coilover, till the whole thing started to turn, and I finally got the hood closed, it took 2 people, I'll just take the car to the shop tomorrow to see if they can tighten up the coilovers some more.
Reply
Old Nov 22, 2005 | 02:40 PM
  #3  
chuckb's Avatar
chuckb
Lexus Fanatic
 
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 6,947
Likes: 4
From: Florida
Default

Originally Posted by noop
ok... nevermind, I tightened the bolt on the coilover, till the whole thing started to turn, and I finally got the hood closed, it took 2 people, I'll just take the car to the shop tomorrow to see if they can tighten up the coilovers some more.
that bolt is only supposed to be at 20 ft lbs.... and the hood is probably your cable.
Reply
Old Nov 22, 2005 | 10:25 PM
  #4  
noop's Avatar
noop
Thread Starter
Instructor
 
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 767
Likes: 0
From: Michigan
Default

Originally Posted by chuckb
that bolt is only supposed to be at 20 ft lbs.... and the hood is probably your cable.

how would I be able to find out how tight 20 ft lb is?
Reply
Old Nov 22, 2005 | 11:09 PM
  #5  
sputniknyc's Avatar
sputniknyc
Lexus Test Driver
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 1,427
Likes: 0
From: NYC
Default

Originally Posted by noop
how would I be able to find out how tight 20 ft lb is?
torque wrench
try sears
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
topgun129
GS - 2nd Gen (1998-2005)
12
Aug 16, 2022 08:41 PM
Maximus350
IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013)
89
Apr 25, 2019 12:23 PM
allenliu47
ES - 1st to 6th Gen (1990-2018)
3
Sep 1, 2012 09:50 PM
mrz500
GS - 2nd Gen (1998-2005)
10
Jun 8, 2008 12:55 PM
CanadaEH
GS - 2nd Gen (1998-2005)
21
May 22, 2006 05:29 PM


Thread Tools
Search this Thread

All times are GMT -7. The time now is 09:22 PM.

story-0
TRD Off-Road Premium: Best 2026 4Runner, Except This One Thing

Slideshow: diving into 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium's pricing, performance, fuel economy, features, and amenities!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-23 13:09:18


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 10 Lexus & Toyotas to Drive Before You Die!

Slideshow: the 10 Lexus and Toyota vehicles you need to drive before you die.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-23 10:34:24


VIEW MORE
story-2
Top 10 Lexus/Toyotas With The LEAST 5-Year Depreciation

Slideshow: Top 10 Lexus/Toyota models with the lowest 5-year depreciation rate.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-08 12:19:06


VIEW MORE
story-3
Lexus LC500 Convertible Auction: A Preview of Rising Values?

The LC hasn't even disappeared from the Lexus lineup yet, and we're already seeing signs of an explosive market.

By Brett Foote | 2026-04-06 09:25:02


VIEW MORE
story-4
GX 550 vs TX 550: Best 3-Row Luxury Lexus Family Hauler

Slideshow: comparing the pricings, specs, power, fuel economy, fun-factor, and features of the GX 550 Luxury+ and TX 550h+ Luxury.

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-03-19 13:44:11


VIEW MORE
story-5
9 Best Lexus Models You Can Buy for Half Price (And 1 You Shouldn't!)

Slideshow: 9 best Lexus models you can buy for half price and 1 you should avoid

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-19 12:01:07


VIEW MORE
story-6
2026 Lexus NX Buyer's Guide: Models, Features, Prices & More!

Here's everything you need to know about the latest NX.

By Brett Foote | 2026-03-19 11:56:59


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Lexus TX 550h+ (& 3 Reasons to AVOID!)

Slideshow: reviewing the 2026 Lexus TX 550h+ Luxury plug-in hybrid crossover SUV!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-03-05 19:04:47


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Lexus & Toyota Models of the 1990s RANKED!

Slideshow: Top 10 Lexus and Toyota model of the 1990s ranked.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-04 12:35:11


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Great Toyotas That Could Have Been Lexus Models

Slideshow: 10 Toyotas that could have been Lexus models.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-02-19 11:44:33


VIEW MORE