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Apr 18, 2020 | 02:49 PM

ChiMade24

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Need help figuring out diagnostic code for 2002 LS430

I just bought a 2002 Lexus LS430 for $4000 with 87k miles just got it yesterday there were no codes but today a code popped up as c1500 does anyone know what that code means and what the fix would be? I tried searching online for that code for a Lexus ands can't find any info

Apr 18, 2020 | 03:33 PM

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C1500 Transfer Case Contact Plate "B" Encoder Circuit Failure

I checked this on a couple of websites. I also use an Innova OBD 2 scanner and you can look the codes up on their website.

https://www.innova.com/home/dtc-library

Apr 18, 2020 | 04:13 PM

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Except an LS 430 doesn't have a transfer case.

To OP: are you sure about that code?

Apr 18, 2020 | 04:27 PM

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Except an LS 430 doesn't have a transfer case.

To OP: are you sure about that code?

I thought about that, and posted anyway. Thanks for jumping in and saying something. A P1500 comes up as "starter signal circuit malfunction".

OP: Ignore my original post please.

Apr 18, 2020 | 04:33 PM

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Suggest initially clearing the code and checking that your battery connections are tight. If it comes back, check that fuses are secure.

Apr 18, 2020 | 04:56 PM

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Suggest initially clearing the code and checking that your battery connections are tight. If it comes back, check that fuses are secure.

Thanks I will definitely try that that's weird that c1500 popped up if there is no transfer plate though but that's definitely the code that popped up

Apr 18, 2020 | 05:07 PM

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How did you pull the code info? Any chance you're using a store-bought code reader claiming compatibility with multiple vehicle brands...?

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Apr 18, 2020 | 05:26 PM

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I've never used one but I do remember other forum members pulling confusing codes with generic readers.

Apr 18, 2020 | 05:30 PM

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I've never used one but I do remember other forum members pulling confusing codes with generic readers.

Hmm if it is reading the wrong code and it sounds like it is I think I'll just have it checked out to see if there is a problem I have noticed a weird noise below the passenger seat

Apr 20, 2020 | 11:46 AM

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I've never used one but I do remember other forum members pulling confusing codes with generic readers.

You were right man it was throwing the wrong code the problem was an o2 sensor and wheel motion sensor also needed to get brakes, rotors, and a bearing done

Apr 22, 2020 | 07:56 AM

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If you are replacing your bearing due to a bad wheel speed reading, check your speed sensor cable first - those are known to fail on both front LH and front RH sides. Cheap and easy to replace.

Apr 22, 2020 | 07:58 AM

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If you are replacing your bearing due to a bad wheel speed reading, check your speed sensor cable first - those are known to fail on both front LH and front RH sides. Cheap and easy to replace.

Thanks for the info appreciate it!