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

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Mar 24, 2009 | 07:19 AM

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Please help!!!

I turned the key to start-up my GS400 and heard a loud sound as if I had continued to hold the key in the start position. I turned the key to start the car a few more times and the same thing; once again and the sound was gone. Today I started the car and the sound is back. Could the starter be going bad or is it something else?

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Joseph

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Mar 24, 2009 | 07:26 AM

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does it sound like something snap... then consider the starter but then again if it starts... could be something else.. if it doesnt try hittin the starter with a metal stick or something to activate the driver in the starter... just an idea

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Mar 24, 2009 | 07:34 AM

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It's the starter. Not really a DIY job, more of a take to a mechanic and have him replace it. Unless you can do it your self.

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Mar 24, 2009 | 08:03 AM

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I think that there is a DIY, but it looks rather difficult especially on the 400. Good luck

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