ClubLexus - Lexus Forum Discussion

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

Car wont start

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Oct 13, 2010 | 11:09 AM
Share
  #1  
blks14's Avatar
blks14
Thread Starter
Driver School Candidate
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 46
Likes: 0
From: ca
Default Car wont start
Driving normal until I stopped at red light and then the car shut off. It cranks but wont start. I'll let it sit for about 15 min then attempt to start the car again. This time it starts but shuts off after 20 seconds. Any recomendations? bad key? fuel filter? any sugestions would be appreciated.

thanks
Reply
0
Old Oct 13, 2010 | 12:47 PM
Share
  #2  
philipjdm's Avatar
philipjdm
Driver
 
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 100
Likes: 0
From: So Cal, SGV
Default
key wouldnt matter, since one of my keys have the chip programmed to my car and the other one isnt. i tired to take the other key when the cars on, it was fine. the thing is my car was in park at the time. maybe the fuel filter is clogged, or fuel pump?
Reply
0
Old Oct 13, 2010 | 12:52 PM
Share
  #3  
alexdan's Avatar
alexdan
Driver
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Jun 2010
Posts: 164
Likes: 0
From: CA
Default
any check engine lights ???? could be TBPs ,,,,or MAF
Reply
0
Old Oct 13, 2010 | 05:22 PM
Share
  #4  
toy4life86's Avatar
toy4life86
Lead Lap
iTrader: (4)
 
Joined: Jun 2004
Posts: 611
Likes: 1
From: California
Default
how bout some details. This isnt going to be easy because it could be a ****load of possibilties best bet is take it to a shop and have them diagnose but to start
What year
Gs300/ GS400 or Gs430
Mileage
Any recent modifications or service?
and did the car have gas?
Reply
0
Old Oct 13, 2010 | 06:10 PM
Share
  #5  
porn-adkt's Avatar
porn-adkt
Lexus Champion
iTrader: (37)
 
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 2,210
Likes: 11
From: Westchester, NY
Default
Originally Posted by philipjdm
key wouldnt matter, since one of my keys have the chip programmed to my car and the other one isnt. i tired to take the other key when the cars on, it was fine. the thing is my car was in park at the time. maybe the fuel filter is clogged, or fuel pump?
Huhhhh?.........
Reply
0
Old Oct 13, 2010 | 06:13 PM
Share
  #6  
porn-adkt's Avatar
porn-adkt
Lexus Champion
iTrader: (37)
 
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 2,210
Likes: 11
From: Westchester, NY
Default
Originally Posted by toy4life86
how bout some details. This isnt going to be easy because it could be a ****load of possibilties best bet is take it to a shop and have them diagnose but to start
What year
Gs300/ GS400 or Gs430
Mileage
Any recent modifications or service?
and did the car have gas?
.........
Reply
0
Old Oct 19, 2010 | 10:45 AM
Share
  #7  
blks14's Avatar
blks14
Thread Starter
Driver School Candidate
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 46
Likes: 0
From: ca
Default
1998 gs400
200,000 miles
no mods bone stock
has a half tank of gas
Reply
0

Trending Topics

Old Oct 19, 2010 | 10:46 AM
Share
  #8  
blks14's Avatar
blks14
Thread Starter
Driver School Candidate
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 46
Likes: 0
From: ca
Default
there is a check light but it reads something with gas pedal position sensor...... please any help would be great. thanks car has been non op for 2weeks
Reply
0
ClubLexus Stories

Celebrating Lexus & Toyota from Around the Globe

story-0

10 Lexus Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

 Verdad Gallardo
story-1

8 Tips for Improving Your Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid's Efficiency!

 Michael S. Palmer
story-2

10 Best Lexus Models No One Remembers

 Joe Kucinski
story-3

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

 Michael S. Palmer
story-4

Top 10 Lexus & Toyotas to Drive Before You Die!

 Joe Kucinski
story-5

Top 10 Lexus/Toyotas With The LEAST 5-Year Depreciation

 Joe Kucinski
story-6

Lexus LC500 Convertible Auction: A Preview of Rising Values?

 Brett Foote
story-7

GX 550 vs TX 550: Best 3-Row Luxury Lexus Family Hauler

 Michael S. Palmer
story-8

9 Best Lexus Models You Can Buy for Half Price (And 1 You Shouldn't!)

 Joe Kucinski
story-9

2026 Lexus NX Buyer's Guide: Models, Features, Prices & More!

 Brett Foote
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
04 GX470 cranks but does not start. Starts second try
crddfltswp
GX - 1st Gen (2003-2009)
11
Jul 19, 2019 03:56 PM
2005 ES330 turns over-will not start
LouLalli
ES - 1st to 6th Gen (1990-2018)
3
Jun 2, 2013 09:50 PM
2000 Lexus GS400 Ignition Problem
goin247
Maintenance
6
Dec 31, 2012 12:56 PM
Engine Dies While Driving And While Idioling
carbophat
SC - 1st Gen (1992-2000)
21
Sep 10, 2010 02:02 PM
Tags
Back to Subforum
GS - 2nd Gen (1998-2005)
View Next Unread
Camber issue , tires wearing too fast!




Advanced Search
Reply Closed Thread Share
Forum Jump

All times are GMT -7. The time now is 07:59 PM.

story-0
10 Lexus Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

Slideshow: Some luxury cars chase trends, but these Lexus models look better now than they did when they first rolled into showrooms.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-06 17:58:29


VIEW MORE
story-1
8 Tips for Improving Your Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid's Efficiency!

Slideshow: How to Get the Best Fuel Economy with a Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-05 20:54:44


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Best Lexus Models No One Remembers

Slideshow: 10 best Lexus models no one remembers.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-05 17:33:28


VIEW MORE
story-3
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-4
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-5
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-6
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-7
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-8
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-9
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