LS - 1st and 2nd Gen (1990-2000) Discussion topics related to the 1990 - 2000 Lexus LS400

(1998 LS400) How Do I Replace the Coolant Temp Sensor?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 02-18-16, 04:50 PM
  #1  
Charlestob
Driver School Candidate
Thread Starter
 
Charlestob's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2016
Location: Florida
Posts: 1
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Smile (1998 LS400) How Do I Replace the Coolant Temp Sensor?

I have the new sensor, and I believe that I've located the old one, but I'm not sure how to go about replacing it. Do I need a torque wrench? Do I need to remove the part where the air intake connects to the throttle body? Do I need to reset the ECU?

Thanks So Much,

Charles
Old 02-18-16, 06:11 PM
  #2  
timmy0tool
Moderator
iTrader: (7)
 
timmy0tool's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: 714/949, SoCal
Posts: 6,927
Received 415 Likes on 370 Posts
Default

this is covered in the Frequently Asked Questions thread, but since you're new, here is the link to the info you need. please use the FAQ next time.

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls-...ange-pics.html

the process is similar to your 98. no you don't need a torque wrench, but do not overtighten. you may need to remove the intake tube to access your ECT. yes you should reset your ECU for best results.
Old 02-18-16, 06:18 PM
  #3  
timmy0tool
Moderator
iTrader: (7)
 
timmy0tool's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: 714/949, SoCal
Posts: 6,927
Received 415 Likes on 370 Posts
Default

i believe the ECT sensor is that one in the lower middle, green connector.
Old 02-19-16, 11:22 AM
  #4  
mappo
Driver
 
mappo's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: MD
Posts: 191
Likes: 0
Received 2 Likes on 2 Posts
Default

You need a deep well 19mm socket for the ECT sensor. A normal socket, and even some supposed "deep" sockets (I'm looking at you, Tekton) are too shallow to swallow the plastic part of the sensor and engage the metal hexagon part.

Here's a post of mine with a pic showing the sensor location on the 98-00:

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls-...ml#post8836371
Old 11-16-18, 05:04 PM
  #5  
Juelz21
Driver School Candidate
 
Juelz21's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: Maryland
Posts: 41
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Default

Originally Posted by mappo
You need a deep well 19mm socket for the ECT sensor. A normal socket, and even some supposed "deep" sockets (I'm looking at you, Tekton) are too shallow to swallow the plastic part of the sensor and engage the metal hexagon part.

Here's a post of mine with a pic showing the sensor location on the 98-00:

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls-...ml#post8836371
I know this is old but which part number did you use? I notice theres 2 different ones and im not sure which to use for our generation (98+)
Old 11-16-18, 07:58 PM
  #6  
RA40
Super Moderator

iTrader: (6)
 
RA40's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2003
Location: California
Posts: 20,850
Received 463 Likes on 361 Posts
Default

Part# 89422-20010
Fits the following:
https://www.lexussouthatlantaparts.c...942220010.html

89422-30030
Fits the following:
https://www.lexussouthatlantaparts.c...942230030.html

Click the what this fits tab to see the reference
Old 11-16-18, 08:01 PM
  #7  
Juelz21
Driver School Candidate
 
Juelz21's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: Maryland
Posts: 41
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Default

Originally Posted by RA40
Part# 89422-20010
Fits the following:
https://www.lexussouthatlantaparts.c...942220010.html

89422-30030
Fits the following:
https://www.lexussouthatlantaparts.c...942230030.html

Click the what this fits tab to see the reference
Thanks for the help! Installing tomarrow
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
bk2thamax
SC- 1st Gen (1992-2000)
14
03-17-14 07:38 PM
sam12345
GS - 2nd Gen (1998-2005)
14
01-13-12 12:26 PM
lexus_sc40
Performance & Maintenance
3
06-30-09 12:03 PM
kwikrnu
LS - 1st and 2nd Gen (1990-2000)
6
12-29-07 05:32 AM
dnguyen_GS430
GS - 2nd Gen (1998-2005)
5
08-22-01 09:52 PM



Quick Reply: (1998 LS400) How Do I Replace the Coolant Temp Sensor?



All times are GMT -7. The time now is 03:50 AM.