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

Are these two sensors the same?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Nov 25, 2017 | 04:01 PM
  #1  
Alphaman19's Avatar
Alphaman19
Thread Starter
Advanced
 
Joined: Feb 2012
Posts: 558
Likes: 37
From: NJ
Default Are these two sensors the same?

Squashing the last few gremlins on the new motor.
Can't get the shift indicator lights on the dash to work and the car won't shift out of park unless I depress the override. I replaced the shifter and linkage as the neutral safety switch as well.

A friend suggested that the speed sensors on the tranny might be the culprit. I ordered one (the one near the front of the trans but not sure if the one at the tail is the same. Anyone know?

Any general hints/tips would be appreciated.
(Tranny pic from previous motor)
Reply
Old Nov 26, 2017 | 02:04 PM
  #2  
Mr Jokster's Avatar
Mr Jokster
Lexus Test Driver
iTrader: (8)
 
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 6,466
Likes: 91
From: California
Default

Books say they're the same:

Reply
Old Nov 28, 2017 | 04:21 AM
  #3  
Alphaman19's Avatar
Alphaman19
Thread Starter
Advanced
 
Joined: Feb 2012
Posts: 558
Likes: 37
From: NJ
Default

Originally Posted by Mr Jokster
Books say they're the same:

Thanks. The issue was the positioning of the neutral safety switch. That thing's really sensitive. As I rotated it slightly while wifey sat in the car, I could here the tranny "click". Once I knew the gear associated with each adjustment of the nsw, I tightened the bolt down and was done.
Reply
Old Nov 28, 2017 | 10:12 AM
  #4  
FrankT's Avatar
FrankT
Instructor
20 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 1,001
Likes: 51
From: Mountainair, NM
Thumbs up

Originally Posted by Alphaman19
Thanks. The issue was the positioning of the neutral safety switch. That thing's really sensitive. As I rotated it slightly while wifey sat in the car, I could here the tranny "click". Once I knew the gear associated with each adjustment of the nsw, I tightened the bolt down and was done.

Good going...
And a big thank you for posting your resolution along with posting a killer picture of your swap in progress.

If you didn't mind me asking, what happened to the original motor and where did you source the new motor?
Reply
Old Nov 28, 2017 | 06:46 PM
  #5  
Alphaman19's Avatar
Alphaman19
Thread Starter
Advanced
 
Joined: Feb 2012
Posts: 558
Likes: 37
From: NJ
Default

Originally Posted by FrankT
Good going...
And a big thank you for posting your resolution along with posting a killer picture of your swap in progress.

If you didn't mind me asking, what happened to the original motor and where did you source the new motor?
I had tried my hand at doing my timing belt and forgot to using sealer on the water pump so it started leaking big time afterwards. Otherwise, though it had almost 300k miles on it, the motor ran fine. I just didn't feel like dealing with a water pump again and lucked up on a 100k GS4 motor; actually two of them (go figure). Swapping a motor was always on my bucket list. It's a fun project... as long as its not your daily driver. Here's the finished install. Just about done.
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
ecuevas
RX - 1st Gen (1999-2003)
1
Apr 26, 2016 02:09 PM
keinplatz
RX - 1st Gen (1999-2003)
1
Feb 29, 2016 07:36 PM
ipwn
LS - 3rd Gen (2001-2006)
2
Feb 7, 2013 05:49 AM
sifonter
RX - 1st Gen (1999-2003)
2
Sep 27, 2011 07:07 PM
jacobzking
SC - 1st Gen (1992-2000)
8
Jul 18, 2008 06:05 PM




All times are GMT -7. The time now is 09:42 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